What's New with PDX Next: South Escalators and Concourse E Detour
South Escalator Closures: Starting today, Monday, March 10, through Thursday, March 13, there will be escalator closures while crews install carpet, finish terrazzo floors, and perform other work around the south escalator core. One up and one down escalator (between ticketing and bag claim) at the south core will remain operational at all times.
Concourse E Detour: Today (Monday, March 10) is the last day of Concourse B impacts until Thursday, March 19. Between now and then, the Concourse E detour will be in effect from Tuesday, March 11, through Tuesday, March 18.
As a reminder, the Concourse E detour impacts evening travelers arriving from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m.:
A shortcut with a twist: Passengers arriving at Concourse E will take a temporary exit that leads straight to the arrivals curb—quicker than the current route! The path features an ADA-friendly ramp and a brief walk through some uncovered areas. Travelers can re-enter the terminal to access baggage claim, the rental car center, or lower roadway.
Connecting flights: Connecting passengers will need to head back to the ticket lobby to re-clear security and enter PDX. Those travelers will get an "express pass" to skip to the front of the TSA line.
Meet and greet in a different spot: For people meeting these arriving passengers, they’ll need to meet at the curb or in baggage claim. If you see folks waiting at the steps for their arriving friends or family between 6 p.m. and 3 a.m., feel free to check if their party is coming from Concourse E gates.
Looking for more PDX Next information? We're keeping you in the know on what's new on the PDX People website. Have questions or suggestions about construction? Email hello@pdxnext.com or call the construction hotline at 503.460.4339.
