Can I fly direct from Boston to Portland?

Based on historical data, approximately 38.1% of flights from Boston to Portland are direct. This indicates that direct options are available, but connecting flights are also common. For those flights that do involve stops, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating flight duration.

How many hours is the flight from Boston to Portland?

The typical direct flight from Boston to Portland has a median duration of 6 hours and 11 minutes. This non-stop journey covers a distance of 4072 kilometers. If your itinerary includes one stop, the median flight time increases to 9 hours and 46 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when selecting their preferred flight option.

Should I set a price alert for Boston to Portland flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Boston to Portland is advisable. Historically, deals on this route are classified as frequent, meaning price fluctuations occur regularly. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has shown consistent opportunities for savings. An alert can help you capture a good price as soon as it becomes available.

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Boston to Portland: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Portland

Flights from Boston to Portland typically range from $307–$751, with a median fare of $459. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Boston to Portland are near the typical level. Only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Boston to Portland? The most affordable month to fly is March, with a median fare of just $119. Following March, October offers the next best value, with a median fare of $224. January also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $268, making these months ideal for cost-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 38.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Boston to Portland. For connecting itineraries, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers.

How long is the flight from Boston to Portland? A typical journey from Boston to Portland, including connections, takes approximately 6h 11m. This median duration accounts for both non-stop and connecting flights, with non-stop options averaging 6h 11m and connecting itineraries typically extending to 13h 55m.

The route from Boston to Portland covers a distance of 4072 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate a longer travel day.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Portland

Regular price: $279 - $464

Prices for flights from Boston to Portland are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $279 to $464. The current lowest deal is $256 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 26-Aug 30.

now $256

Low $279

High $464

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Portland

The cheapest month to fly from Boston to Portland is March, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $620. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

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Direct flights from Boston to Portland

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Boston to Portland

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$457

$341

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$398

$276

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

United Airlines

$421

$352

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$384

$316

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

American Airlines

$428

$345

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Portland

Boston (BOS) - Portland (PDX)

United Airlines

$395

$326

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Boston to Portland

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

$521 → $354

32%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$496 → $345

30%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$492 → $345

30%

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$508 → $366

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Boston to Portland

Boston - Portland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Boston to Portland are near the typical level of $459.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $119

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Portland, at $119.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 6h 11m

Direct flights to Portland from Boston typically average 6h 11m, while connecting flights average 13h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 61.9% of recent Boston to Portland routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Boston to Portland in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Boston to Portland appear frequently, with many deals in the last 30 days.

Boston main airports to depart from

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a great choice for flights from Boston to Portland.

📍 ~4 km from Boston city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$200

Portland main airports to arrive at

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Portland, Oregon.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$200

Airports nearby Portland used as alternative

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Seattle–Tacoma International offers significantly more flight options and competitive pricing on long-haul international routes.

📍 ~225 km from Portland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Portland

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Portland

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Boston to Portland to secure the lowest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $292. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $652. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, averaging $560, indicating that last-minute deals are not common for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Boston to Portland is considered to be $307 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $459. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $751 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $307 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Boston to Portland are March, October, and January. March typically offers the lowest median price at $119, followed by October at $224. January also presents a good value with a median price of $268. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median of $459, making these months ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

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Boston to Portland: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Portland

The route from Boston to Portland covers a distance of 4072 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate a longer travel day.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Portland

Regular price: $279 - $464

Prices for flights from Boston to Portland are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $279 to $464. The current lowest deal is $256 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 26-Aug 30.

now $256

Low $279

High $464

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Portland

March

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jul

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Sep

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