Which airport should I fly into for Hood River?

For long-haul and international flights, Portland International Airport (PDX) is the main gateway near Hood River. The closest airport, Columbia Gorge Regional the Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Hood River?

The nearest is about 18 mi (29 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Hood River?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Hood River

The closest airports to Hood River, United States: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Hood River, United States is Columbia Gorge Regional the Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS), about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Portland International Airport (PDX).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
DLS	Columbia Gorge Regional the Dalles Municipal AirportThe Dalles, United States	18 mi / 29 km	35 min	Regional
TTD	Portland Troutdale AirportPortland, United States	44 mi / 71 km	1 hr 19 min	Regional
PDX	Portland International AirportPortland, United States	53 mi / 85 km	1 hr 35 min	International
HIO	Portland Hillsboro AirportPortland, United States	70 mi / 113 km	2 hr 6 min	Regional
KLS	Southwest Washington Regional AirportKelso, United States	72 mi / 116 km	1 hr 41 min	Regional
YKM	Yakima Air Terminal McAllister FieldYakima, United States	76 mi / 122 km	1 hr 46 min	Regional
TDO	Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County AirportToledo, United States	81 mi / 131 km	1 hr 54 min	Regional
SLE	McNary FieldSalem, United States	91 mi / 146 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Columbia Gorge Regional the Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS) is the most convenient at about 18 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Portland International Airport (PDX) (53 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Hood River. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with DLS.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near DLS saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Hood River is Columbia Gorge Regional the Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS), about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road.