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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum with strong Native American, Northwest, and contemporary collections in downtown Portland.
Flights from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR depart on average 84 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $326 (€263) but you can travel from only $108 (€87) by bus.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 551 miles (888 km) distance in 1h 39m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 551 miles (888 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $326 (€263) |
Flights per day 84 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 1h 39m |
First flight 12:09 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $108. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, and a train costs an average of $157.
Distance: 551 miles (888 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$357 Average price | $384 Average price | $192 Average price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 36m Average total duration 18h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 15m Average total duration 13h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR:
A bus is $165 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR costing on average $357 (€288).
A bus is $192 (€155) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR costing on average $384 (€310).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 45m.
Train takes on average 18h 6m.
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Major art museum with strong Native American, Northwest, and contemporary collections in downtown Portland.
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Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Coffee and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining can be pricey in central areas.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modesto, CA to Portland, OR by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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