£151 Cheap Flights to City Central

Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) is the main airport serving City Central.

It's 16 kms (10 miles) from Portland Airport to downtown City Central. Make things easy by working out the fastest way of commuting from the terminal to the city centre before you land.

Travellers from all corners of the globe go through PDX Airport each day. Jump off the plane, gather your bags and you'll find yourself 16 kms (10 miles) from downtown City Central.

There are 20 air carriers that service City Central from 60 worldwide airports.

City Central receives the highest number of flights from Alaska Airlines, Delta and Sun Country Airlines with Alaska Airlines being the number one choice of airline. Seattle is the most popular city for travellers to depart from.

Organising an unforgettable City Central holiday is child's play when there are 1,254 nonstop flights every week to get you there.

Travellers frequently set off from Seattle, Los Angeles and Phoenix airports when flying to City Central.

Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to enjoy. From Seattle to City Central, the average flight time is 57 minutes. From Los Angeles it usually takes 2 hours and 33 minutes, and from Phoenix it's 2 hours and 52 minutes.

If you want to have some extra spending money on your trip to City Central, then listen up! As any experienced traveller will tell you, avoid booking at the last minute. Fares are usually highest close to the departure date. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and check if there are a couple of airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you pick. Don't forget to compare fares across air carriers as well. And finally, remember that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and be ready to secure your seat as soon as you see a great bargain. The best deals never last long.

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you've planned ahead. Check out these handy tips that will get your City Central holiday started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a stress-free flight experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and medications. Next, bring items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic gadgets or a thrilling book. It's also smart to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Finally, don't forget to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a pocket knife) lurking in one of the zippers of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive goods, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an aircraft are no place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfy clothing and choose shoes that are closed-toe, flat and easy to remove.
• The result of sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers on long-haul flights. Reduce the risks by staying hydrated, keeping your ankles and legs moving and wearing compression tights or socks.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will help make your getaway to City Central a pleasure. Check out our handy tips and tricks for a swift journey past security:

• First things first. Your travel documents and ID will need to be presented to airport security. Keep them handy so you don't hold up the line.
• The X-ray machine is up next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the scanner's alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
• For just a few minutes, you'll have to unplug from technology. Your phone, tablet and any other electronic devices must also be sent through the scanner.
• Remove all gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Hiking boots and other heavy-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.