Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Boise (BOI)

Portland International (PDX) is located in Portland, Oregon, on the southern bank of the Columbia River. The airport is accessible via NE Airport Way, exit 24 off I-205. Flight duration is nearly 90 minutes to Boise Air Term. (Gowen Fld)(BOI). Boise center can be reached by taking surface roads like Vista Ave and Federal Way three miles north into downtown; with taxis and shuttles available in the terminal.

Attractions

Boise, the capital and largest city in Idaho, is a typical Big Sky Country city, spreading outward rather than upward. The Idaho State Capitol building is an engineering marvel, getting its heat from local geothermal vents. For a taste of authentic Spain in the American Northwest, you can enjoy the food, drink, and culture of the Basque Block neighborhood along Grove Street.

You can hike or bike along the 75 miles of lush vistas on the state's Ridge to Rivers Trail System to the north and east of the city, with trails that fit outdoor people of every level of experience.

Hints and tips

The weather in Boise is pleasant and mild, with clear skies year-round. Nights can be a little colder so you might want to pack a jacket. The hotels in the downtown area are the most popular with out-of-town visitors.