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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 361
Typical prices: C$ 280-C$ 504
Frontier
Mon 12/11Mon 26/11
DEN - PDX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 183
Typical prices: C$ 183-C$ 367
Alaska Airlines
Mon 19/11
DEN - PDX • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest, and others. Average duration is 2h 55m.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 43% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 409 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Denver to Portland (DEN-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Denver to Portland

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Frontier Logo
9:10 a.m. - 11:07 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
2h 57mdirect
Frontier Logo
1:52 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
2h 38mdirect
C$ 361Frontier
2 days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:54 p.m. - 6:58 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
6h 04m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 7:26 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
9h 26m1 stop San Diego
C$ 365Alaska Airlines
19 hours ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:54 p.m. - 6:58 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
6h 04m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 7:26 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
9h 26m1 stop San Diego
C$ 368Alaska Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:54 p.m. - 9:27 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
20h 33m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
15h 57m1 stop San Diego
C$ 376Alaska Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:54 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
7h 56m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 7:26 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
7h 56m1 stop San Diego
C$ 380Alaska Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:54 p.m. - 9:27 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
20h 33m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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5:40 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
18h 16m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
C$ 385Alaska Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:40 a.m. - 9:39 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
2h 59mdirect
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10:30 a.m. - 12:56 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
25h 26m1 stop San Diego
C$ 386Alaska Airlines
13 hours ago
Wed, 18 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 1:37 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
6h 17m1 stop San Diego
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5:55 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
2h 40mdirect
C$ 387Alaska Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:35 a.m. - 6:58 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
11h 23m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 7:26 p.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
11h 26m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
C$ 389Alaska Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 p.m. - 9:43 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-PDX Portland
14h 44m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:29 p.m. - 10:16 a.m.PDX  Portland-DEN Denver Intl
11h 47m1 stop San Diego
C$ 394Alaska Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Denver 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 Denver to Portland?

Round-trip flights from Denver to Portland typically range from C$ 280 to C$ 504. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 361, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Portland. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Portland?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Portland at C$ 220 round-trip.
•June (C$ 436) and July (C$ 425) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Denver to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Denver to Portland are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Denver to Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 183
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Denver to Portland

When to book flights from Denver to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver to Portland?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:10 am and lands at 3:05 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 1:40 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Denver to Portland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Denver to Portland.

  • How long does a flight from Denver to Portland take?

    A direct flight from Denver to Portland takes 2h 55m, covering 2,560 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Denver to Portland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

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

    Round-trip flights from Denver to Portland range from C$ 280 to C$ 504, with an average of C$ 386 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 280 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Denver to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 56% above the C$ 386 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Denver to Portland?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 387 round-trip, compared to C$ 409 via a layover through San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Denver to Portland?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 51–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Denver to Portland?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Denver to Portland spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Denver to Portland flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • Have flight prices from Denver 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 C$ 361 to C$ 2,306. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Denver to Portland flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Denver to Portland route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Denver to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 198, which is 24% 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 C$ 80 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Denver to Portland usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

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

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

    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Denver to Portland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 357 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 448, a difference of C$ 91.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Denver to Portland?

    4 airlines operate flights between Denver and Portland. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Alaska Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Denver to Portland?

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 48m, compared with 7h 56m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 8h 20m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Denver and Portland?

    Portland is 1 hour behind Denver (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Providence Park, and Delta Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Denver to Portland flights?

    Among airlines operating Denver to Portland flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Denver to Portland flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Is there parking at Denver International Airport (DEN)?

    Denver International Airport is open 24 hours and offers economy, covered, and reserved parking options. The reserved parking is located at the East and West Garage, the economy parking is close to the West Parking Garage, while the covered parking is at the Jeppesen Terminal. The parking fees at Denver International Airport average about $6.00-$144 per day.

  • What services for passengers with limited mobility are offered at Denver International Airport (DEN)?

    Denver International Airport offers a variety of accessible facilities to passengers with reduced mobility. The airport offers TTY telephones throughout the airport terminals and concourses, as well as paging monitors that are located near the flight information display. There are ADA-accessible restrooms in all terminals and concourses. Ground transportation and parking at the airport also offer wheelchair accessibility. It is always advisable that wheelchair users organize with their airlines in advance.

  • Can I fly direct from Denver to Portland?

    It is possible to fly non-stop from Denver (DEN) to Portland (PDX). Most airlines flying this route offer non-stop flights which makes it easy for travelers with limited time. Major airlines serving non-stop flights to Portland International Airport from Denver include Frontier, Alaska, and United Airlines.

  • Is there a car rental company near Portland International Airport (PDX)?

    Portland International Airport offers an on-airport rental car pickup station and drop-off point at Level 1 o the short-term parking garage. The facility is open 24 hours and is accessible to over 10 car rental companies. The airport also offers rideshare options, Uber, Wingz, and Lyft.

Your guide to booking Denver 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 357, about C$ 91 less than Sunday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Denver to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 220 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 217 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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
  • Denver International Airport (DEN) is located 25 miles from Downtown Denver. The airport serves as a hub for Frontier and United Airlines, two of the main airlines with flights to Portland. The East Rail Line connects Downtown Denver with the Denver International Airport.
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) is located 12 miles northeast of Downtown Portland. The airport serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines, which serves flights along the DEN-PDX route. Local transport from the airport to downtown includes Max Red Line and Interstate 205.
  • If you need cash while at Denver International Airport, you can withdraw from the ATMs provided by the Public Service Credit Union. The ATM locations are Jeppesen Terminal, and C, B, and A Gates. If you need full bank services, the Public Service Credit Union offers all the services you need. The bank is located at the Jeppesen Terminal, Level 6.
  • For traveling mothers, Denver International Airport offers three nursing rooms. The rooms are conveniently located post-security at the center of each concourse. The rooms feature a changing table, power outlets, comfortable seating. The rooms are open 24/7 and are wheelchair accessible.
  • If you want to relax before your flight, you can spend some time at the spa available at Denver International Airport. The airport offers two spa options located at the Mezzanine B Gates and C Gates. The spas offer massage and other relaxation services that will ease your tension before your flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to Portland?

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

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Portland to Denver Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

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