The single terminal handles domestic connections, with traffic increasing significantly during the summer.
Gateway to Portland, Maine, a coastal city known for the Old Port, historic lighthouses, and excellent seafood.
How to get to Portland International Jetport Airport
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By Train
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Average travel time to PWM
Parking near Portland International Jetport Airport
Multi-story parking is located adjacent to the terminal: Long Term (from August 5, 2026) $1/30min, cap $16/day; short-term parking approximately $8-12 depending on time slot, higher prices in summer.
How to get to Portland (ME) from PWM
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Car rental at Portland International Jetport Airport
All major car rental companies are represented at the terminal.
Bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name; useful for exploring the Maine coast.
Hotels near Portland International Jetport Airport
Airport area
The Hilton Garden Inn is a few steps from the jetport with its own shuttle; the Clarion, on Congress Street, is about 2 miles and a 5-minute drive from the terminal.
Best for: Anyone with a dawn flight, a late-night arrival or a short stopover who doesn't want to rely on I-295 traffic.
- Minutes from check-in to gate, with no downtown traffic to worry about
- Indoor pools handy for killing hours before a night flight
- Nothing around but highway interchanges and warehouses, nothing to do on foot in the evening
- Reaching the Old Port still needs a car or taxi, both ways
Recommended hotels
- Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport A few steps from the terminal on Jetport Boulevard, with a free shuttle for those who'd rather not walk with luggage. View availability
- Clarion Hotel Portland Airport On Congress Street about 2 miles from the jetport, with a large indoor pool and plenty of free parking. View availability
Old Port and the historic center
10-15 minutes by car or taxi from the jetport; the Metro 7 bus reaches downtown for those traveling without a car.
Best for: Anyone who wants restaurants, galleries and the Old Port's evening life within walking distance.
- Restaurants, bars and the working harbor itself within walking distance of the hotel
- Old Port's brick buildings stay lively late into the evening
- No fast direct link to the airport: only a slow bus or a car
- On summer weekends, Old Port's streets get crowded with tourists
Recommended hotels
- The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection In the former home of the Portland Press Herald newspaper, on the corner of Exchange and Congress Street, two minutes from the Old Port; décor that nods to the paper's history. View availability
- Portland Harbor Hotel In the heart of the Old Port, one block from the harbor; terrace with an outdoor fire pit and free bikes for exploring the neighborhood. View availability
Arts District and Downtown Waterfront
Both hotels in this area offer a free direct shuttle to the jetport; on foot, the Old Port is 10-15 minutes away.
Best for: Anyone who wants to stay within walking distance of the Old Port but prefers a more practical hotel, with its own airport shuttle.
- Free airport shuttle, useful for anyone who'd rather not rely on buses or taxis
- Portland Museum of Art and the Arts District within walking distance
- A few extra minutes on foot to reach the heart of the Old Port
- A more institutional area, less picturesque than the brick alleys of the harbor
Recommended hotels
- Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront Suites with kitchen and a free shuttle to the jetport; convenient for anyone staying more than one night near the harbor. View availability
- Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay One block from the Old Port and the Portland Museum of Art, with a free 13-seat shuttle to the airport and the surrounding area. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The single terminal handles domestic flights, with heavier traffic during summer.
For flights, it is recommended to arrive at least 2-2.5 hours in advance during peak season.
Map of Portland International Jetport Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Have Portland Maine's METRO fares changed recently?
Yes, as of August 1, 2026: check the updated amount on gpmetro.org before traveling.
Q. Is Portland Jetport close to the Old Port?
Yes, the historic harbor district with the best seafood restaurants is just a few minutes from the airport.
Q. Is there a train to Boston from Portland Maine?
Yes, the Amtrak Downeaster departs from the Portland Transportation Center, reachable by METRO Route 7 bus from the airport.
Q. Do hotel prices in Portland go up in summer?
Yes, significantly, as it's the high tourist season for the Maine coast.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
