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

• Earliest: departs at 10:33 am and lands at 2:35 pm
• Latest: departs at 6:05 pm and lands at 10:07 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 02m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Austin:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Portland to Austin takes 4h 02m, covering 1,712 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Portland to Austin range from $268 to $465, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $268 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $356 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $234 round-trip via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared to $372 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Austin flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $255 to $2,239. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Portland to Austin flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Portland to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $107, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Easirent

Flights from Portland to Austin usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Portland to Austin. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $314 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $399, a difference of $85.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Austin.

Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 50m, compared with 5h 55m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 32m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

Austin is 2 hours ahead of Portland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Portland to Austin flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Delta and United Airlines offer the best in-flight services on this flight route. With Delta, passengers can enjoy seatback on-demand and live TV, fast wireless internet, premium snacks, and a 31” seat pitch. United Airlines, on the other hand, have a 30” seat pitch, in-flight entertainment, wireless internet, power outlets, and premium snacks. However, it is worth mentioning that on both airlines, the premium snacks and Wi-Fi are not covered by the ticket costs, so customers will have to cough up a few extra dollars to enjoy these amenities.

If you plan to leave your car at the airport, you should know that PDX Airport has over 7000 short-term and long-term parking spaces. Short-term parking is available at the Short-Term Garage, which is connected to the terminals via tunnels and sky bridges. On the other hand, the Long-Term Garage is located a little further from the short-term garage and is connected to the terminals via the south and north tunnels.

Downtown Austin is just over 7 miles away from AUS Airport. You can take a rental car to get there, but the bus offers a cheaper option. Just head to the station on the lower level of Austin Bergstrom International Airport and take the number 20 bus towards Manor Road. It takes about 20min to get to the city center.

The quickest way to get to the airport would be taking a taxi or driving via the I-84 E, which leads directly to Portland International Airport. When using these means, you’ll be at the airport terminal in less than 20min. If you prefer a more budget-friendly way to get there, use the Portland Streetcar from Art Museum to Central Library and then take the TriMet Red Line to Portland Airport Station.