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PWM
Portland International Jetport
Portland, United States
Where to start
Uber / LyftMaine's main commercial airport. Small, easy-to-navigate regional airport. Rideshare and taxis are the primary options.
Ride Options
Uber
rideshareConvenient to downtown Portland, ME and Old Port
AvailabilityAvailable
Pickup NoteOutside the terminal, designated TNC zone.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
Lyft
rideshareAlternative rideshare
AvailabilityAvailable
Pickup NoteSame zone as Uber.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
Licensed Taxi
taxiReliable alternative if rideshare is unavailable
AvailabilityAvailable during operating hours
Pickup NoteTaxi stand outside baggage claim.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
Pickup Guidance
Rideshare
Rideshare pickup outside the terminal on the ground level.
Taxi
Taxis at the taxi stand outside baggage claim.
Shuttle
Hotel shuttles from outside the terminal.
Transit
Metro Transit bus has limited airport service. Rideshare recommended.
Travel Extras
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Local Tips
- METRO bus route 5 connects PWM to downtown Portland every 30 minutes, weekday daytime only.
- PWM rideshare pickup is on the ground level outside the terminal in the designated TNC zone.
- PWM late-night rideshare is sparse after the last evening flight wave (~10 PM) — pre-book if arriving later.
- Winter snow events double wait times November-March — pre-book in storms.
- Children under 8 typically need a car seat under US state law — Uber Car Seat is rarely offered at PWM, bring your own if travelling with kids.