No nonstop flights exist. All routes require ≥1 stop (usually US hub + Gulf hub). Typical itineraries:
| Route | Total Time (typical) |
|---|---|
| PDX → SEA/DFW/LAX → RUH (Riyadh) | 18–22 hrs |
| PDX → SEA/DFW/LAX → JED (Jeddah) | 19–23 hrs |
| PDX → SEA/DFW/LAX → DMM (Dammam) | 20–24 hrs |
Common connectors: Delta/Alaska → Saudia/Emirates/Qatar/Etihad at SEA, LAX, DFW, JFK. Or via Europe (LHR, FRA, AMS, IST).
Pure flight time (airborne) ~14–15 hrs; layovers add 4–9 hrs. Book early for best connections.