Flying from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is one hour behind Aberdeen.
Your ABZ to PDL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. These are the top stopovers between ABZ and PDL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Currently, Rs64,092 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs122,699. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABZ to PDL, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ABZ to PDL.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Handy information about Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
68.69% of flights departing from Aberdeen International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Aberdeen International Airport from central Aberdeen, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ABZ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
If you're coming in on a late Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near PDL:
Grab a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and discover Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Ponta Delgada in February.
When reserving your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ABZ to PDL in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey around 10 kilometres east to Lagoa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça to Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Portugal, head for Angra do Heroísmo, about 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu are highlights.
