Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is 5 hours. Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Washington DC 3 hours ahead of Portland.
Each week, there are 7 flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 09:27 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from PDX to DCA is 18:45 with Alaska Airlines.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PDX and DCA are:
Des Moines International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is C$115. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$269. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from PDX to DCA.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 45 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to PDX? If you're on an early flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the center of Washington DC. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It typically takes 43 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from PDX to DCA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from PDX to DCA:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Washington DC travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Mall.
Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Ronald Reagan National Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Washington DC escape.