Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Tbilisi Airport (TBS): what you need to know
Tbilisi is 12 hours ahead of Portland and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your PDX to TBS flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to visit a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Tbilisi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a popular stop between PDX and TBS.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart PDX reach their destination on time.
Portland Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PDX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Portland Airport to Tbilisi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
If you're getting in on a late Portland Airport to Tbilisi Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TBS:
Grab a Tbilisi Airport rental car and explore Tbilisi and beyond with your own wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Carwiz and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Tbilisi Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Tbilisi Airport to the centre of Tbilisi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Tbilisi Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Tbilisi. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tbilisi is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Portland Airport to Tbilisi Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PDX to TBS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Georgia
You've done Tbilisi, now it's time to discover more of Georgia. Travel around 177 kilometres west to Kutaisi to check off its must-visit sights. From Bagrati Cathedral to St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tbilisi, Batumi is another essential stop in Georgia. Start your sightseeing at Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi.