Travelling from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Ponta Delgada's timezone is UTC-1, which makes Ponta Delgada two hours behind Marseille.
To ensure you get on your MRS to PDL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MRS and PDL include:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight is Rs27,187. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs53,855. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MRS to PDL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MRS to PDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Marseille Provence Airport, data shows 73.25% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Marseille Provence Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MRS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
If you're getting in on a late Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PDL:
Grab a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Ponta Delgada. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MRS to PDL in February. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. Around 10 kilometres east of Ponta Delgada, a trip to Lagoa will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Angra do Heroísmo is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No trip is complete without dropping by Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.
