domestic · 4h 00m · 2,760 km
Portland to Austin
Alaska is your only nonstop · 2 cabins reviewed
Alaska is the only carrier offering economy on this route, scoring 4.4/10.Alaska is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 2.8/10.
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Data verified June 2026
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Route insights
- Alaska is the only carrier offering economy on this route, scoring 4.4/10.
- Alaska is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 2.8/10.
Frequently asked
What are the best seats in Alaska First Class on PDX-AUS?
Best: Row 1 for maximum legroom. Window seats in rows 1-2 are quiet and private. Avoid: Row 4 (last row of first) may have limited meal choices due to service order. 41-inch pitch is among the best domestic first class products in the US. No seatback IFE screens; stream to personal devices via Gogo 2Ku Wi-Fi. USB-A and AC outlet under center armrest. Free for T-Mobile customers. Pre-order meals system with limited choices.
What are the best seats in Alaska Main Cabin on PDX-AUS?
Best: Exit row seats (row 15/16) offer extra legroom. Avoid: Last row (34) has limited recline and is near the lavatory. Middle seats throughout. Standard domestic economy with 31-inch pitch. USB-A and AC power at every seat. No seatback screens; entertainment streams to personal devices. Boeing Sky Interior with larger overhead bins. Exit row seats on the 737 offer extra legroom but do not recline. The row immediately before the exit also has limited recline due to clearance requirements.