Oregon Airports Guide: 7 Passenger Airports Ranked

Portland International Airport (PDX) is Oregon’s largest airport by a wide margin. FAA preliminary 2025 data reports about 9.05 million passenger enplanements at PDX, compared with approximately 839,000 at Eugene (EUG), 646,000 at Redmond (RDM), and 536,000 at Medford (MFR).

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For most airline travelers, Oregon has six practical scheduled-service gateways as of August 2026: PDX, EUG, RDM, MFR, Southwest Oregon Regional (OTH), and Eastern Oregon Regional at Pendleton (PDT). Salem (SLE) appears in the FAA’s 2025 commercial-airport data but currently has no scheduled airline service; city officials are recruiting a replacement carrier. Klamath Falls (LMT) is classified in Oregon’s aviation system but does not currently have scheduled passenger flights.

Largest airports in Oregon by passenger enplanements

Source: FAA preliminary calendar-year 2025 enplanement data published in June 2026. An enplanement is a passenger boarding, not total arriving-plus-departing passengers. Service status was checked against official airport or municipal information in August 2026 and can change.

Oregon airports map by travel region

The best airport is not always the closest runway. Compare nonstop availability, total airfare, connection risk, rental-car hours, winter driving, and the final ground trip. Routes are seasonal and airline schedules change, so confirm directly with the airport and carrier before booking.

1. Portland International Airport (PDX)

PDX is Oregon’s dominant passenger airport and the state’s primary gateway for national and international travel. Its 2025 boarding count was more than ten times that of Eugene, the next-largest Oregon airport.

Choose PDX for:

• The broadest selection of airlines and nonstop destinations in Oregon
• International itineraries
• Portland, Vancouver, the Columbia River Gorge, and northern Oregon
• Connections that are unavailable from regional airports

The TriMet MAX Red Line links the airport with Portland’s rail network. Driving time varies substantially with traffic, so compare transit, parking, taxi, and rideshare for the exact travel period. PDX’s airline counters and gate assignments changed during its terminal redevelopment; use the airport’s current airline and terminal information rather than an old concourse list.

For terminal details, see the Portland Airport PDX guide. The focused biggest airport in Oregon answer has been consolidated into this statewide ranking.

2. Eugene Airport (EUG)

Eugene Airport, also called Mahlon Sweet Field, ranked second in Oregon with 838,572 preliminary 2025 enplanements. It is the main scheduled-service airport for Eugene, Springfield, the University of Oregon, and much of the southern Willamette Valley.

Choose EUG for:

• Eugene and Springfield
• University of Oregon travel
• Trips where a regional departure avoids driving north to PDX
• Some central Oregon Coast itineraries, depending on final destination and route conditions

The airport’s live flight lookup shows service to multiple western hubs and leisure destinations, but individual routes and frequencies change. Compare EUG with PDX when a connection or fare difference outweighs the shorter ground trip. Our Eugene Airport terminal guide covers the local layout and ground-transport questions.

3. Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM)

Roberts Field at Redmond Municipal Airport is the principal airline gateway for Central Oregon. FAA preliminary data reports 645,569 enplanements in 2025, making it Oregon’s third-largest passenger airport by that measure.

RDM serves Redmond, Bend, Sisters, Sunriver, and the broader Central Oregon recreation market. The airport’s official airline page lists Alaska, American, Breeze, Delta, and United in 2026, with nonstop routes that include western hubs and Denver. That list can change seasonally.

Choose RDM for:

• Bend and Redmond
• Central Oregon ski, cycling, and outdoor trips
• Avoiding a long drive across the Cascades from Portland or Eugene

Rental-car availability and operating hours matter for late arrivals. Central Oregon destinations are dispersed, and public transportation may not match flight schedules or reach a final lodging location.

4. Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport (MFR)

MFR is Southern Oregon’s largest scheduled-service airport. Its 536,021 preliminary 2025 enplanements place it fourth statewide. It is the main choice for Medford, Ashland, Jacksonville, Grants Pass, and much of the Rogue Valley.

The word International is part of the airport’s official name, but travelers should not assume that every current scheduled flight is international. Check live destinations and customs requirements for the specific itinerary.

Choose MFR for:

• Medford and the Rogue Valley
• Ashland and Oregon Shakespeare Festival travel
• Southern Oregon trips that would otherwise require a long drive from Eugene, Portland, or Redmond
• Klamath Falls when the ground route and weather are practical

5. Southwest Oregon Regional Airport (OTH)

OTH is in North Bend and serves Coos Bay and the southern Oregon Coast. FAA preliminary data records 26,142 enplanements in 2025. The airport’s official site states that year-round nonstop flights are available, but travelers should verify the current city pair, schedule, and seasonal additions before booking.

Choose OTH for: Coos Bay, North Bend, and nearby coastal destinations when the limited flight schedule aligns with the trip. Otherwise compare EUG and MFR, including the coastal drive and weather.

6. Eastern Oregon Regional Airport at Pendleton (PDT)

PDT provides scheduled Essential Air Service for northeastern Oregon. The airport’s official information identifies Boutique Air as its commercial operator for Pendleton–Portland flights, while the city has also evaluated a future carrier change. Verify the operator, aircraft, baggage rules, and connection schedule at booking time.

FAA preliminary data reports 6,683 enplanements in 2025. The count is small compared with western Oregon airports, but the route provides an important connection for a region with long driving distances.

Salem Airport (SLE): no scheduled flights currently

Salem–Willamette Valley Airport, also called McNary Field, resumed commercial service in 2023 and recorded 11,060 enplanements during 2025. That historical passenger count does not mean flights are available now.

In February 2026, the City of Salem said the airport had gone at least 90 days without commercial service, TSA had begun defederalizing the facility, and the city was continuing airline-recruitment efforts. Until service returns, Salem travelers should compare PDX and EUG.

Klamath Falls Airport (LMT): not a current airline option

Crater Lake–Klamath Regional Airport remains important for general aviation, military activity, emergency access, and regional infrastructure, but it does not currently offer scheduled passenger airline service. The FAA’s preliminary 2025 table classifies LMT as general aviation and reports only 116 passenger enplanements.

For airline travel, Klamath Falls passengers generally compare MFR, RDM, and sometimes airports outside Oregon. Mountain-pass weather, rental-car availability, and final drive time should be part of the decision.

How many airports are in Oregon?

The answer depends on what is being counted:

• The Oregon Department of Aviation says it supports 96 public-use airports statewide.
• The department directly owns and operates 28 state airports.
• Its current strategic statistics classify seven public-use airports as commercial service.
• As of August 2026, six airports have scheduled passenger service: PDX, EUG, RDM, MFR, OTH, and PDT.

Those numbers are not contradictory. “Public-use,” “state-owned,” “commercial-service classification,” and “currently scheduled flights” describe different subsets.

What is Oregon’s international airport?

PDX is Oregon’s principal airport for scheduled international passenger service. MFR includes “International” in its official name, but the name alone does not guarantee a current international route. International schedules are especially seasonal, so verify the current nonstop destination and customs process.

How to choose between Oregon airports

1. Search the closest regional airport and PDX. Compare the complete itinerary, not just the first fare shown.
2. Price the final ground trip. Include rental car, fuel, parking, transit, and lodging if schedules force an overnight.
3. Count connections and recovery options. A regional flight may save driving but add a connection with limited rebooking choices.
4. Check seasonal routes. A nonstop available in summer may disappear in winter.
5. Consider weather and terrain. Cascade and coastal drives can change materially with winter conditions.
6. Verify on official sites. Airline, route, parking, and security information changes faster than a static guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest airport in Oregon?

Portland International Airport (PDX). FAA preliminary 2025 data reports 9,054,394 enplanements, far more than any other airport in the state.

What are the four major airports in Oregon?

By 2025 passenger boardings, the four largest are PDX, EUG, RDM, and MFR. Together they serve Portland, the southern Willamette Valley, Central Oregon, and Southern Oregon.

What airport should I use for Bend?

Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) is the primary scheduled-service airport for Bend and Central Oregon.

Does Salem have commercial flights?

Not currently as of August 2026. Salem is recruiting airline service after its prior operator stopped flying.

Can I fly commercially into Klamath Falls?

Not on a currently scheduled passenger airline. Compare MFR and RDM and evaluate the ground trip.

Official sources

• FAA preliminary 2025 airport enplanements
• Oregon Department of Aviation system statistics
• PDX current airlines
• RDM current airlines and direct flights
• OTH current airline information
• PDT current commercial-service information
• City of Salem 2026 air-service status

Reviewed August 3, 2026. Enplanement figures describe calendar-year 2025; airline routes and schedules should be confirmed before travel.