EWR (Newark) to PDX (Portland) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.EWR → PDX
EWR (Newark) to PDX (Portland)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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United Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 80% vs 74% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 80% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 74%.
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Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PDX
83% on timeWhen flights into PDX are late, the average delay is 60 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PDX: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.