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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $368-$537
Southwest
Wed 12/5Mon 12/10
CMH - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $206-$358
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/18
CMH - PDX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 32% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Portland (CMH-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Portland

Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 10:55 amCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
8h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 3:25 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
6h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$320Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 1:41 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
8h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:13 pm - 11:13 amPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
4:41 pm - 8:24 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
6h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:17 pm - 9:56 amPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
7h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 10:48 amCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
7h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:17 pm - 9:56 amPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
7h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 1:28 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
8h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 8:40 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
9h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$325Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 2:20 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
10h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:25 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
6h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$330Southwest
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 9:00 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
9h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:56 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$342American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 7:12 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:51 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
8h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$350United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 1:28 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
8h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:40 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
10h 40m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$354Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:28 pmCMH  Columbus-PDX Portland
10h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 11:44 pmPDX  Portland-CMH Columbus
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$395United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Portland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Portland?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Portland typically range from $368 to $537. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $320, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Portland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Portland. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Portland?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Portland at $310 round-trip.
•July ($520) and June ($506) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbus Airport to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Portland are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Portland

When to book flights from Columbus to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Portland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Columbus Airport to Portland:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:30 pm and lands at 6:34 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:30 pm and lands at 6:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 04m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Portland:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Portland takes 5h 04m, covering 2,027 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Portland range from $368 to $537, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 60% above the $456 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Portland changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $320 to $1,300. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Portland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Portland usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Portland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Portland most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Columbus Airport to Portland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $586, a difference of $187.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Columbus Airport and Portland.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Portland?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 53m, compared with 6h 54m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 02m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Portland?

    Portland is 3 hours behind Columbus Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Oregon Convention Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Portland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $399, about $187 less than Sunday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Portland trip for February. Fares historically average $310 round-trip in that month - typically $210 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland Air, OR
    • Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
    • Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to Portland?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Columbus Airport to Portland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Columbus to Portland

Sunday

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Portland to Columbus

Friday

American Airlines

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