Ponta Delgada João Paulo II Airport is the only airport located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. Though it is a small airport with just one terminal, it can be busy in tourist season. 15 airlines operate from here which are Azores Airlines, Binter Canarias, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Sata Air Açores, Smartwings A.S., TAP Portugal, Transavia, TUI Belgium, TUI Nederland, and United Airlines.
Ponta Delgada Airport Services
Accessibility for Travelers with Disabilities
The MyWay assistance Service at Ponta Delgada Airport is designed for people with reduced mobility to feel supported throughout their transit. It includes an array of assistance services such as escalators, elevators, signage, free wheelchairs, and access to assistance professionals.
To book assistance, contact your airline at least 48 hours before your flight time so that arrangements can be made prior to your arrival.
Baggage Services
Free WIFI
Ponta Delgada Airport Parking
There are two car parks at Ponta Delgada Airport. P1 is intended for short-term parking and P2 is meant for mid to long-term parking. Free parking is available for disabled persons and motorcycles.
Short-term parking
Park in P1 from €0.90 per 15 minutes
Best for short trips and lengthy pickups
Long-term parking
Park in P2 from €12.50 per day
Best for long trips
Drop off & Pick up
Stop at the curbside of the Departures entrance for maximum of 10 minutes for free.
If you need longer than 10 minutes, park in P1 (short-term car park)
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
The airport in Ponta Delgada is small but it has all of the facilities you need for a comfortable transit, including restaurants, shops, free Wi-Fi, ample seating, and more. The facilities are modern and comfortable with Arrivals at the front of the building and Departures at the back.
Terminal 1
Transportation options from and to Ponta Delgada Airport
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By Bus
Hop on the ANC Aerobus to arrive in the city center in 15 minutes.
*Departure every 40 minutes
By Taxi
Get a Ponta Delgada Airport taxi from the taxi stands outside the main terminal.
Or, for a more personalized ride, you can book a private Ponta Delgada Transfer with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Hire a car from Ponta Delgada and reach the city center in 10 minutes
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Ponta Delgada Airport
Buses
Public transport at Ponta Delgada Airport is extremely limited as most people take taxis around the island or rent a car. However, ANC Aerobus runs a service to Ponta Delgada city center, departing every 40 minutes from 05:00 to 00:00.
Rental cars
Taxis and private transfers
Ponta Delgada Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Ponta Delgada Airport: 05:00 to 00:00 or after the last departing commercial flight
Shops: Most shops are open from 06:00 to 22:00.
Food and Drink: Most coffee shops and restaurants are open from 06:00 to 22:00.
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Inter-island Flights: 1.5 hours
Airport Codes
Ponta Delgada Airport code: PDL
IACO code: LPPD
Contact Information
General information: +351 296 205 400
Airport email: [email protected]
Lost property: [email protected]
Ponta Delgada Airport Map – available upon request from the information desk
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ponta Delgada Airport?
Ponta Delgada–João Paulo II Airport is located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. The address is Aeroporto de Ponta Delgada, 9500-749 São Miguel.
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