Navigating the airport was surprisingly smooth and efficient, which I greatly appreciated. The facilities were well-maintained and clean, enhancing the overall comfort during my wait. Furthermore, the clear signage made it easy to find my way around without any confusion. Overall, it was a positive experience that left me feeling relaxed and ready for my journey.

Beautifully renovated airport that is surprisingly big and full of amenities. Lots of food and beverage options throughout the airport, and all the facilities were clean and functional. Although the walk to the rental car area is a solid 10-minute walk, it is mostly flat and easy to navigate.

In August 2025, we visited the Portland International Airport, known as PDX, in Portland, Oregon. We were taking an Allegient Airlines direct flight from Portland, Oregon to Provo, Utah. The PDX airport was clean and well-maintained, and there are clever and colorful displays and artwork, and many commercial stores. All of the airplane on-boarding processes, from the off-site long-time term parking to boarding the Allegiant Airbus 320 airplane, happened as expected and without any problems or issues. The TSA offered people to go to the other security check-in side, which had smaller lines, and this was helpful. It was great to see the mighty Columbia River, Mount Hood, and the transition from Oregon Green Forest to Oregon Desert from the airplane. Visiting Portland International Airport was an enjoyable and memorable experience.

The thing is my arrival and departure times were at night so almost all the shops were closing. It has cool architecture and designs but I didn't get to interact with staff or enough people to get a opinion. I didn't find the bathroom super clean. But at least it's close to downtown.

Best airport that I have visited. Great local shops, restaurants, and bars. Doesn’t even feel like you are in an airport. Fast modern TSA Security. Baggage claim is always quick and easy. Light rail to downtown and beyond.

Portland International Airport is more than a gateway, it’s a beautifully crafted portrait of Oregon’s identity. The new main terminal pairs high design with deep local roots: a sweeping, undulating mass timber roof forms a lattice canopy that feels like walking beneath the Northwest forest. Knowing that the wood was responsibly sourced from within a day’s drive adds real authenticity to the experience. Everywhere you look, PDX breathes Portland and Oregon. The lineup of shops and restaurants is overwhelmingly local, from beloved coffee roasters to indie fashion and bookstores. Even better, pricing is fair, what you pay in the terminal matches what you’d pay in town. That commitment keeps the airport aligned with the community it represents and makes layovers feel like a mini city visit rather than a captive-audience splurge. Nature is not just a theme here, it’s present. Mature live trees and lush plantings rise through sunlit spaces, softening travel stress and making circulation intuitive. The airy, light-filled lobby and mezzanines invite you to linger, watch the fountain, and actually enjoy the time between flights. I didn’t get to explore the city on this trip, yet wandering PDX’s art, craft, and food made me feel like I had a taste of Portland anyway and made me want to return just because of the airport. What impressed me most is how intentionally PDX knits design, craft, and culture together. The central lobby’s wood latticework hints at regional weaving traditions; the art program and partnerships foreground local makers and tribal communities; signage, wayfinding, and generous public areas keep the terminal accessible, legible, and welcoming. It’s spacious, easy to navigate, and packed with distinctly Oregon details in every corner. PDX is that rare airport that turns transit into place: warm, modern, community-minded, and unmistakably of the Pacific Northwest. If only every hub felt this considered.

My review of Portland International Airport (PDX) Portland International Airport is truly one of the prettiest and cleanest airports I’ve ever visited. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by its bright, welcoming, and beautifully designed spaces. The airport is filled with vibrant, inspiring, and thoughtfully curated artwork that gives it a unique, creative atmosphere. The people were incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely friendly, making the entire experience feel smooth and stress-free. Every corner felt well maintained, organized, and comfortable, which is not something you can say about many airports. The airport was very easy to get around. Lots of signs where to go. Thank you, Portland, for creating such a memorable, delightful, and truly outstanding travel experience. This is an airport I’ll always remember and one I’ll happily return to! Great jobs guys!