PDL Airport Live Departures
Checking in at Ponta Delgada Airport
Checking in at Ponta Delgada Airport is simple as there is only one terminal. In some cases, you can check-in online and walk straight through security if you only have hand luggage. In others, you’ll need to report to your airline’s check-in desk to collect your boarding pass and drop off your luggage.
Check the monitors at the entrances to see which desk you need to go to. Alternatively, you can find the latest information on Ponta Delgada Airport departures today.
When to arrive at Ponta Delgada Airport?
It’s recommended that Ponta Delgada Airport Departures arrive at the airport 3 hours before an international (non-Schengen) flight and 2 hours before a domestic or Schengen flight. If you’re traveling to another island in the Azores, arriving 1.5 hours before your scheduled flight time is enough.
What’s next?
After checking in and dropping off your bags, head to the security checkpoint. On slow days, it may only take 20 minutes to get through security. On busier days, it can take over an hour, so it’s important that you arrive well before your boarding gate closes.
While you are in the queue for security screening, remove any outerwear, including coats, jackets, belts, etc. You should also remove anything that might set off the metal detector, like jewelry, watches, and electronics. Your hand luggage, outerwear, jewelry, and electronics should be placed in a tray when you reach the screening point. You may also be asked to remove your shoes. Your liquid, aerosol, gel, and cream products should be stored in a liter-sized, clear plastic resealable bag. The individual vessels of each product cannot exceed 100ml or 3.5 fluid ounces. Once all of your items are in a tray, you can walk through the metal detector when prompted.
You may need to go through passport control after passing the security checkpoint if you’re flying to a non-Schengen country.
What to do in Departures at Ponta Delgada Airport?
There are plenty of facilities and services to enjoy while you wait for your flight at Departures at Ponta Delgada Airport. You’ll find all of the basics, such as restrooms (including accessible restrooms), baby change facilities, ample seating, charging points, ATMs, and free Wi-Fi. There is also a Duty-Free store and a restaurant called Cockpit, which sells a selection of Portuguese favourites and sandwiches you can eat there or take away. Parfois and Sports At Heart sell clothes, gifts, and accessories.
There is no VIP lounge at Ponta Delgada Airport Departures at this time.
Check out our comprehensive Ponta Delgada Airport Guide for more details about the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early can you check-in for Azores Airlines?
How early you can check-in for an Azores Airlines flight will depend on where you’re flying to. You can arrive as early as 3 hours for an international (non-Schengen) flight. They recommend you arrive at least 2 hours before European flights and trips to mainland Portugal. If you’re going to another island within the Azores, you can check in 2 hours before, but 1.5 hours is sufficient.
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