Flying from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is four hours ahead of Philadelphia. Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to PDL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to PDL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
PHL is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to PDL flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Reserve a hotel near PDL if you're catching a late flight from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Ponta Delgada. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is $1,599. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,800. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to PDL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Visit Ponta Delgada in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Philadelphia to PDL plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ponta Delgada to range from 20ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 17ºC.
More about Ponta Delgada
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ponta Delgada:
Portas da Cidade and Gruta do Carvao are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Ponta Delgada must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Igreja do Colegio.
Explore more of Portugal
Angra do Heroísmo is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ponta Delgada. Around 161 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Portugal, head for Horta, about 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. Cabeço do Fogo, Vista do Neptuno and Miradouro Mirante are key reasons to visit.
