Houston to Portland (IAH–PDX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–PDX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,823 miles in approximately 4h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 21 | 739, B39M | 4h26-4h31 | Star Alliance | EK | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: QR | 7 | 7M9 | 4h04 | Oneworld | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Portland from Houston
| Metric | IAH→PDX | HOU→PDX | AUS→PDX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 41 | – | 14 |
| Flight time | 4h 31m | 4h 3m | 4h 9m |
| Departure OTP | 61% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · PDX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Portland.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–PDX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to PDX
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Portland International Airport (PDX) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With 41 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to PDX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to PDX is about 4 hours 31 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,823 miles (2,934 km). There are approximately 41 weekly flights outbound and 41 return, totaling 82 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Salt Lake City, Denver and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).