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Eastern Oregon Regional Airport at Pendleton (PDT/KPDT) is a city-owned public airport about two miles north of downtown Pendleton, Oregon. It sits in the Umatilla River valley near the Blue Mountains and provides Essential Air Service links to Portland International Airport along with general aviation and charter activity. The airport is also home to the Pendleton Air Museum and serves as a gateway to the Pendleton Round-Up and eastern Oregon.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know the on-site Pendleton Air Museum is a quick, worthwhile stop before a flight, and they check wind forecasts because the airport can be breezy on its exposed plateau.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is just north of downtown via Airport Road, about a 5-minute drive from most Pendleton hotels. Rental cars, taxis, and rideshare services are the most practical ways to get to and from PDT; public transit is limited. During the Pendleton Round-Up and other major events, book ground transportation and lodging well in advance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there commercial airline service at PDT?
A: Yes, scheduled service is provided under the Essential Air Service program, typically to Portland International Airport (PDX); carriers and schedules can change, so verify current flights.
Q: How far is PDT from downtown Pendleton?
A: It is about 2 miles north of downtown Pendleton, roughly a 5- to 10-minute drive.
Q: What ground transportation is available at the airport?
A: Rental cars, taxis, and rideshare services are the main options; public transit is limited.
Q: What is there to do at the airport?
A: The Pendleton Air Museum is located on-site, and the terminal offers basic passenger services; nearby Pendleton has restaurants, hotels, and the famous Round-Up.
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