Travel Safe at PDX.

On Nov. 13, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown – along with the governors of Washington and California – announced a new travel advisory. The advisory recommends that anyone arriving in Oregon from other states or countries, including returning Oregon residents, should self-quarantine for 14 days after arrival. This recommendation does not apply to individuals who cross state or country borders for essential travel, such as work.

Some states, including Hawaii and Alaska, require a negative COVID-19 test. Please check in with your airline on any state requirements as you're booking your flight.

In addition, starting January 26, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will require pre-departure testing of all passengers on flights into the United States. Airlines will be required to verify that each passenger over the age of 2 provides a negative COVID-19 test result, conducted within 3 calendar days prior to departure. Read more on the CDC website. If you plan to fly into PDX from another country, we recommend contacting your airline to find the best testing partner.

We’ve taken a number of steps at PDX to help you travel safe. Scroll up to read more about these new protocols and guidelines. On January 11, 2021, in recognition of these health and safety protocols, PDX became an accredited airport under the Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Health Accreditation program.

If you are thinking about flying, take a look through the CDC website, which outlines the questions you should consider before making any travel plans. And here is what Multnomah County – where PDX is based – recommends.

While the airport remains open and operational, some shops, restaurants and airport services remain closed.

• The Alaska Airlines Club Lounge re-opened on August 1. All other PDX airline lounges are closed at this time.
  
• All children’s play areas are closed.
• The USO Center is closed for at least 4 weeks starting Nov. 17.
• The Travel Oregon Welcome Center is open and ready to answer your questions.

SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS

• Most shops and restaurants are open at PDX, although their hours may vary.
• Restaurants are grab-and-go only at the moment. No sit-down dining is allowed.
• Retail shops have a max 50% capacity limit right now.
  

• Restaurants and Shops Closed Temporarily: Blue Star Donuts, Country Cat, Dragontree Spa, Jackson Shine Co, Johnston & Murphy, Kenny & Zukes, Maruti Food Cart, Metalsmiths, Peet's Coffee, Starbucks, Tamale Boy, and The Barbers.

PDX is not doing any temperature checks or health screenings at this time. However, some airlines do require them. Check with your airline about their policies.

Alongside public health partners, PDX is exploring the possibility of offering COVID-19 testing on-site. Nothing has been decided at this time.

Alaska Airlines passengers can get tested at PDX. Alaska offers rapid testing at a pop-up facility along the upper roadway at PDX. Please note: this service is only available to Alaska travelers. Learn more at the Alaska Airlines website. 

Testing Options - Air Travel

The State of Hawaii is accepting test results from trusted testing partners. Explore the table below to see a few of the testing sites recommended in Oregon and Southwest Washington. These locations will test asymptomatic people who are planning to travel.

Yes, face coverings are required at PDX except for children under the age of 2 and people with medical conditions that prevent them from wearing one. A face covering must cover your nose and mouth. Many people with coronavirus don’t have any symptoms, which means they can unknowingly transmit it to others. If we all wear cloth face coverings, we’ll slow the spread and save lives. Don’t worry, we can still see you smile.

Yes, we have face coverings available to those who either forgot theirs or don’t have one. Check with any airport operations staff or your airline to get a free mask.

If you have any concerns, you can call or text our customer service team: 503.460.4234. 

Everyone’s situation is different. Please consult with your doctor or local health authority to get their advice. If you are currently feeling sick, explore this CDC website for advice on how you can protect yourself and others.

The TSA and Customs & Border Protection oversee screening for passengers at PDX and all U.S. airports. The TSA implemented changes to the security screening process to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Get all your questions about screening at TSA checkpoints answered here.

While some have been referencing “essential” travel, all air travel is allowed in the U.S. at this time. Ultimately, choosing to fly is a decision for each person based on your needs and level of comfort. PDX will not require documentation proving your travel is essential.

On Nov. 13, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown – along with the governors of Washington and California – announced a new travel advisory. The advisory recommends that anyone arriving in Oregon from other states or countries, including returning Oregon residents, should self-quarantine for 14 days after arrival. This recommendation does not apply to individuals who cross state or country borders for essential travel, such as work. According to the travel advisory, “Essential travel” includes work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, health, immediate medical care, and safety and security. “Non-essential travel” includes travel that is considered tourism or recreational in nature.

Your airline is the best resource for questions about your reservation. You can find airline contact information here on our website. We understand there can be long hold times on the phone to speak with a representative, and that can be frustrating. Fortunately, many airlines are allowing travelers to submit changes online.

There is no federal restriction on domestic travel. However, a few states have testing or quarantine requirements.

People wanting to fly into the state of Hawaii, Alaska and New York need to have a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of arrival. If travelers cannot get tested before departure, they'll need to quarantine for 14 days. 

While the U.S.-Canadian border is closed to all non-essential land travel at this time, PDX currently has flights to Guadalajara, Los Cabos and Puerta Vallarta in Mexico, along with Vancouver, B.C.

If you are curious about what kind of international travel restrictions are in place, you can start with websites from the U.S. Department of State and Centers for Disease Control. 

In addition, starting January 26, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will require pre-departure testing of all passengers on flights into the United States. Airlines will be required to verify that each passenger over the age of 2 provides a negative COVID-19 test result, conducted within 3 calendar days prior to departure. Read more on the CDC website. If you plan to fly into PDX from another country, we recommend contacting your airline to find the best testing partner.

The Blue Economy Lot located off NE Airport Way and our short-term and long-term parking garages remain open. The Red Economy Lot is closed and the Gold Key Valet has temporarily suspended service at PDX.

Yes. TriMet’s MAX train continues to operate. TriMet requires passengers to wear face coverings. Also, plan to leave at least 10 additional minutes for your MAX commute, as the Portland Airport station on the MAX Red Line is closed from Aug. 30, 2020, to Feb. 27, 2021. During this time, there will be a free PDX shuttle bus running continuously between the Mt. Hood and Portland Airport stations.

Yes, our ride-share drivers and taxis are still operating at PDX. Both Uber and Lyft require drivers and passengers to wear face coverings.