Direct (nonstop) flights from Bellingham to Portland

1 airline flys nonstop from Bellingham International (BLI) to Portland International (PDX). It's 221 miles (356 km), about 58m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

BLI
Bellingham International
🇺🇸 Bellingham, USA
PDX
Portland International
🇺🇸 Portland, USA
Flight Time
58m
Distance
221 mi
356 km
CO₂/pax
41 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
BLI → PDX
Flight Time
58m
Distance
221 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bellingham to Portland with one stop · direct emits 41 kg CO₂ per passenger

BLI SEA (Seattle) PDX
Leg 1: 57m (94 mi) Leg 2: 1h 1m (129 mi) Total: ~1h 58m 🍃 66 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLI → SEA
57m · 94 mi
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Leg 2
SEA → PDX
1h 1m · 129 mi
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BLI OAK (Oakland) PDX
Leg 1: 2h 7m (765 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (544 mi) Total: ~3h 47m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+554% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLI → OAK
2h 7m · 765 mi
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Leg 2
OAK → PDX
1h 40m · 544 mi
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BLI LAS (Las Vegas) PDX
Leg 1: 2h 33m (954 mi) Leg 2: 2h 27m (762 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 327 kg CO₂ (+698% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLI → LAS
2h 33m · 954 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → PDX
2h 27m · 762 mi
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BLI BUR (Burbank) PDX
Leg 1: 2h 46m (1,030 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (817 mi) Total: ~5h 12m 🍃 350 kg CO₂ (+754% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLI → BUR
2h 46m · 1,030 mi
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Leg 2
BUR → PDX
2h 26m · 817 mi
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BLI PSP (Palm Springs) PDX
Leg 1: 2h 54m (1,079 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (873 mi) Total: ~5h 29m 🍃 369 kg CO₂ (+800% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLI → PSP
2h 54m · 1,079 mi
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Leg 2
PSP → PDX
2h 35m · 873 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bellingham to Portland?

A nonstop flight from Bellingham (BLI) to Portland (PDX) takes approximately 0 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 221 miles (356 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bellingham to Portland?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bellingham to Portland?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Bellingham from Portland?

The flight distance from Bellingham to Portland is 221 miles (356 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Bellingham to Portland?

At 58m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bellingham to Portland?

Roughly 41 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 205 km.

Is the return flight from Portland to Bellingham also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bellingham to Portland?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Bellingham International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.