Airport Comparison
| DRO | PDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Durango-La Plata County Airport | Portland International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRO | PDX |
| ICAO Code | KDRO | KPDX |
| City | Durango | Portland |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,689 ft | 31 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.150000, -107.750000 | 45.590000, -122.600000 |
Durango (DRO) to Portland (PDX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) in Durango, United States to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 1,550 kilometers (963 miles / 837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:48 in Durango, it's 11:48 in Portland.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,659 feet between the two airports. Portland International Airport sits lower than Durango-La Plata County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Durango (DRO) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.