Portland International Airport (PDX) Taxis

There are multiple methods to reach and depart from Portland International Airport. The MAX light rail, which has a station on the airport's lower level, is the most popular.

The Red Line connects the airport to the city area in around 38 minutes. Also available are cabs, ridesharing services, and shuttles.

Taxis at Portland International Airport

Before tip, the typical cab rate from the airport to downtown is roughly $35. The trip takes 20 to 40 minutes one-way.

Taxis are available outside baggage claim in the central area of the airport terminal's lower roadway.

To return to the airport from the city center, call one of the city's leading operators or a hotel with a dedicated taxi stand.

Where can I get a wheelchair taxi?

Taxis and other transportation network companies (TNCs) like Uber and Lyft offer airport service in wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

Ground transportation providers will drop off passengers at the departure level or the most convenient place for the passenger. For wheelchair taxi service, call PDX WAV at 503-865-4WAV (503) 865-4928 seven days a week, or use the TNC app on your mobile device.

For additional information about the PDX WAV program, please contact the Portland Bureau of Transportation by email at PDXWAV@PortlandOregon.gov or by phone at 503-823-7483.

To reach the Ground Transportation Office at the Port, you may also dial 503-415-6686 or send an email to april.murchinson@portofportland.com.

Taxis depart from the baggage claim level (lower) level outer highway, which is handicapped accessible. Wheelchair-bound or mobility-challenged passengers can also request to be dropped off on the upper level's inner roadway (Departures/Ticketing).

Please inform your ground transportation operator of your mobility needs so they can meet you or transport you to one of these locations.

Although drivers are not required to stop at the holding lot or business roadway booth to acquire a ticket before letting you off on the inner roadway, they must place the ticket on their windshield.

This ticket clearly indicates to all port personnel that the vehicle has a passenger who must be dropped off or picked up at an alternate location, which may speed up the process.

Rideshares at Portland International Airport

Portland became the birthplace of car-sharing in the United States in 1998, with the founding of a small local company that eventually became part of Zipcar.

Today, car-sharers in Portland have access to multiple car-sharing services. Ride-sharing services Uber and Lyft also operate in Portland, making it easier to get around the city without bringing your own vehicle.

Uber and Lyft are ride-sharing companies that started in Portland in 2015. They offer easy rides that don't require cash and can be scheduled through mobile apps.

Both companies serve Portland International Airport (PDX), picking up outside baggage claims at the far-left end of the first island.

Follow the baggage claim signs, and ensure you are on the lower level. Once you have your luggage in hand and are ready to go, request a ride and head directly to Island 2 outside baggage claim.

Uber

Use the Uber app to arrange your ride. Follow the signs to the baggage claim on the lower level. Your pickup will be on the island 2 side closest to the parking garage.

Uber serves Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, and Vancouver, Washington.

Services include basic UberX and XL (for up to six passengers), Uber Select (high-end vehicles), Uber Access (wheelchair-accessible vehicles), and Uber Pedal (vehicles with bike racks).

Lyft

Use the Lyft app to arrange your ride. Follow the signs to the baggage claim on the lower level. Your pickup will be on the island 2 side closest to the terminal.

Wingz

Use the Wingz website to arrange for your ride. Follow the signs to the baggage claim on the lower level. Your pickup will be on the side closest to the parking garage.

Shuttles at Portland International Airport

Shuttles at PDX can be found on the lower roadway, outside baggage claim. When you leave the airport, you will find the shuttles at the bottom entrance of the terminal (outside the baggage claim area) on the other side of the second strip ("Island 2") near the parking garage.

Many airport hotels also offer this service for free.

Accredited Hotel Shuttles at Portland International Airport

Note: We only included those in the list that have a phone number and an email address.

• Candlewood Suites PDX (+1 503.255.4003), candlewood@roomspdx.com
• Home2 Suites by Hilton (+1 503.252.7001), Portlandalysia.cantu@hilton
• Residence Inn (+1 503.284.1800) ri.pdxap.gm@marriott.com
• Sheraton - Airport (1+ 503.249.7601), reservations@sheratonpdx.com

For the complete list, please see here: https://www.flypdx.com/GroundTransportation/Shuttle