Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise |
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Cheapest in | February | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
Average price | £714 | Average for return flights in August 2022 |
Return from | £495 | From London to Portland |
One-way from | £341 | One-way flight from London to Salem |
London Gatwick
Portland
1 stop
12h 45mPortland
London Gatwick
1 stop
12h 15mIcelandair
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
28h 25mPortland
London Heathrow
1 stop
20h 45mIcelandair
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
12h 40mPortland
London Heathrow
1 stop
20h 45mIcelandair
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
24h 05mPortland
London Heathrow
1 stop
17h 05mVirgin Atlantic
London Heathrow
Portland
2 stops
57h 44mPortland
London Heathrow
2 stops
39h 19mAir Canada
London Gatwick
Portland
1 stop
12h 45mPortland
London Gatwick
1 stop
12h 15mIcelandair
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
16h 35mPortland
London Heathrow
1 stop
24h 30mFinnair
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
13h 22mPortland
London Heathrow
1 stop
12h 10mVirgin Atlantic
London Heathrow
Portland
1 stop
35h 47mPortland
London Heathrow
Nonstop
9h 25mFinnair
January
£569
February
£583
March
£610
April
£703
May
£663
June
£747
July
£837
August
£713
September
£693
October
£672
November
£604
December
£689
Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Salem is January. The most expensive month for flights is July. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.
LON - PDX Price | £569 - £1,073 |
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PDX Temperature | 5 - 21 °C |
PDX Rainfall | 18 - 142 mm |
Salem, the state capital of Oregon, is a truly enchanting destination. Here you’ll find this region’s illusive, almost provincial charm that is easily complemented by a real appreciation of their cultural heritage. In fact, Salem has all the warmth of a small town, but with a strong connection to its local art, history and nature that it has fast become a hotspot for visitors seeking an all-inclusive trip in the US.
The local architecture is a real must-see when visiting Salem, especially the vast State Capitol Building and the incredibly ornate Bush House. These historic buildings are perfect afternoon viewing, with both housing a great selection of local art, so be sure to head here before going into the city centre for a light lunch.
Continue your cultural viewing with a visit to the Hallie Ford Museum of Art which hosts an incredible selection of traditional and modern work. Movie buffs will enjoy taking a tour around the Oregon State Hospital Museum of Mental Health, the infamous location for the film ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’. Wind down your evening with a trip to the traditional vaudeville Elsinore Theatre, where you can enjoy a variety of live performances before heading to a downtown restaurant to sample some local seafood.
Finally, no trip to Salem would be complete without taking a trip to some of the nearby nature parks. The Willamette Mission State Park and Bush’s Pasture Park have an array of lush nature trails and picnic spots. The gorgeous Riverfront Park even features a fully restored carousel for the whole family to enjoy.
Salem usually sees a rise in tourism during the summer (June to August), especially as the state fair takes place at around the end of August to the beginning of September. Travelling off-peak when school term time is taking place is much cheaper, so the best times to visit Salem are between April to May or from September to October. During these months the region is much quieter, with fantastic weather that makes visiting the local sites even more enjoyable.
Once in Salem, getting around is easy. The city has an extensive Cherriots bus system that can take you to several key areas for a small fee. If you’d prefer to venture further out, a rental car might be a better option.