Flights from Newark to Portland (EWR to PDX)

Portland is the largest city in the state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County in the US. It is a major port in the Willamette Valley region of the Pacific Northwest and is located at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. Portland was infamous as one of the most dangerous port cities in the world during early 20^th century but later switched sides to become a frontrunner of an industrial boom during and post the Second World War. The city has its own charms of architectural marvels and historical monuments, but you should consider visiting it for its extensive artistic culture. This dimension includes its performing arts and music venues. Also, of note here is its tradition of brewing top-class beers and its immensely popular beer festivals.

Things to do in Portland

Washington Park

The Washington Park is a scenic park in Portland. It was purchased as a one-time wild land purchased by the city in 1871 and was subsequently developed and beautified. Visitors are often wowed with its two gardens- the Rose Test Garden and the Portland Japanese Garden, the latter is one of the largest gardens of its kind outside Japan.

Rose Test Garden

Founded in 1917, the Rose Test Garden in Washington Park is the oldest continuously operated public rose test garden in the US. It cultivates several different varieties of roses and offers theme-based displays of all such varieties. A star attraction here is the Gold Award Garden where you should visit for a gazebo or a summerhouse.

Portland Art Museum

The Portland Art Museum is the oldest museum in the Pacific Northwest in the US. Founded in 1892, this garden is home to over 42000 artefacts. Some popular highlights here Native American artefacts, graphic arts, English silver, Asian art, photography, and Northwest art. The icing on the cake here is Vincent Van Gogh's masterpiece called Cart with Black Ox.

Best Time to Visit Portland

Summer season (the months from June to August) are the best to book your flights from Newark to Portland. It is the season when the city is busy with the festivities of Portland Rose Festival and Oregon’s Brewer Fest. Book your flights from EWR to PDX during summer season to enjoy famous street festivals like PDX Bridge Festival, Hawthorne Street Festival and The Bite of Oregon. It is advised to book Portland flights in advance to avoid paying more during peak season.