Flying in Portland, ME
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Portland — the nearest is Portland International Jetport (KPWM), about 2 miles out. Daylight runs from about 15h 16m of daylight at midsummer down to about 8h 44m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Portland
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Portland International Jetport
Brunswick Executive Airport
Auburn Lewiston Municipal Airport
Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport
Wiscasset Airport
Eastern Slopes Regional Airport
Skyhaven Airport
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
Augusta State Airport
Laconia Municipal Airport
Knox County Regional Airport
Waterville Robert Lafleur Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 04:22–19:38 | 15h 16m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:03–17:57 | 11h 53m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 07:38–16:22 | 8h 44m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 12.2°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 20 km/h | 30% |
| Summer | 24.4°C / 76°F | 16.3°C / 61°F | 16 km/h | 42% |
| Autumn | 15.7°C / 60°F | 8.1°C / 47°F | 17 km/h | 30% |
| Winter | 2.6°C / 37°F | -5.6°C / 22°F | 20 km/h | 33% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Portland, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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