Flying from Santa Rosa Airport (STS) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Santa Rosa and Portland are in the UTC-8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from STS to PDX start from 11:41 — the earliest with Alaska Airlines. The last departure is at 19:32 with Alaska Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your STS to PDX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Portland (and then seeing more of the United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering STS to PDX flights. A reliable 80.18% of its services on this route land on time.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is a popular stopover on the STS to PDX route.
Handy information about Santa Rosa Airport (STS)
You'll find STS at 2200 Airport Boulevard.
71% of flights that leave from Santa Rosa Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Santa Rosa to Santa Rosa Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to STS:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
Consider staying in a hotel near PDX if you're on a late Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Portland Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and see more of Portland and beyond.
Booking your ride from Portland Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
The quietest month for a flight from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Portland based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Santa Rosa Airport to Portland Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Portland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from STS to PDX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Portland. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Spokane is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 467 kilometres north-east of Portland. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.