PDX (Portland) to MIA (Miami) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PDX → MIA
PDX (Portland) to MIA (Miami)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 82% vs American Airlines at 81%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 82% on time; American Airlines trails at 81%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PDX
83% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PDX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MIA
76% on timeWhen flights into MIA are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MIA: TSA is ~25 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.