PDX (Portland) window seat guide

At Portland International in Portland: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Mount Hood, Downtown Portland skyline, Willamette River, Columbia River.

When taking off from Portland International (PDX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing on 28L, aircraft climb out westward over the Columbia River before most flights bank south or east toward their destinations. That turn puts downtown Portland and the Willamete River right outside the left windows, with snow-capped Mount Hood standing out on the horizon to the southeast. Notable sights include: Mount Hood, Downtown Portland skyline, Willamette River, Columbia River.

When landing at Portland International (PDX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on 28R means approaching from the east and flying west, so the left side (facing south) offers a clear view of Mount Hood rising in the distance along with the Willamette River winding through Portland's skyline. The right side mostly shows suburban terrain and the Columbia River, which is less visually striking. Notable sights include: Mount Hood, Willamette River, Downtown Portland skyline, West Hills/Tualatin Valley.

The best window seat at Portland International (PDX) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Portland (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.