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Portland is often referred to as "PDX" because that is the three letter designation of Portland International Airport. Locals use the term when referring to the airport or the city.

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What does PDX stand for?

Portland's Airport.


How many miles is it from Corona CA to PDX OR?

It is 1,019 miles from Corona, CA to the Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland OR according to Google Maps.


Where can one find more information on PDX Airport Parking?

PDX is the Portland Airport. Parking information can be found at the website of Thrifty Parking and also at Port of Portland. Also check at Portland Jetport.


Where is the PDX airport located?

The PDX airport is also known as the Portland International airport. It is located at 7000 NE Airport Way in Portland, Oregon. It is just south of the Columbia River.


What airport has the IATA acronym PDX?

The IATA acronym PDX represents the Portland International Airport in Oregon. Over 90% of air travelers in Oregon pass through the Portland International Airport.


How far from Portland OR to Kalama WA?

Aproximately 31 miles from PDX (Portland airport) to Kalama, WA.


How many airport jobs are available in Portland Oregon?

A website called Indeed states that there are 179 airport jobs available in Portland, Oregon. It also says that 101 of these jobs are at Portland International Aiport (PDX).


What is the airport code for Portland International Jetport?

The airport code for Portland International Airport is PDX.


Are there any nonstop flights Portland OR to Miami Florida?

No, but PDX is working on those flights. Currently there are no flights from PDX to Orlando. You have to go there via other city.


How can one contact the PDX airport?

"You can contact the PDX airport by using their mailing address: 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218. You can also contact the PDX airport by phone by calling (503)460-4040."


What does a pdx theater mean?

PDX is commonly used to stand for Portland International Airport. It's usage comes from the fact that PDX is the airport's International Air Transport Association code.


What is the closest airport from 99362 for huge UPS cargo planes?

My best guess is Portland International Airport - Portland, OR (PDX / KPDX)?