EWR (Newark) to PDX (Portland) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 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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Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs Alaska Airlines at 76%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 78% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 76%.
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Good to know
Departing from EWR
78% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~36 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PDX
83% on timeWhen flights into PDX are late, the average delay is 62 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PDX: TSA is ~24 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.