Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when organising your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport (PDX).
Portland is 15 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Portland International Airport is located in Portland, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to PDX.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Whether you'd like to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PDX.
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Kuala Lumpur to PDX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PDX if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Portland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz to explore Portland and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport flight.
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to the centre of Portland is about 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport (PDX)
Currently, $1,079 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,698. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PDX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport (PDX). Plan your visit to Portland in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to PDX flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Portland
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Portland right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Portland International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest are highlights which should feature on any good Portland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north of Portland, a trip to Seattle will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Tacoma, about 193 kilometres north of Portland. LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park are key highlights.