Travelling from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
New York has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) flying out of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight.
Ponta Delgada is four hours ahead of New York. Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada, which runs on the UTC-1 timezone.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services each week. Travel from JFK to PDL on Azores Airlines's 8:55pm flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to PDL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) can be booked from this terminal.
Azores Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport leaving from JFK.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and PDL is Azores Airlines.
With a dependable 82.35% of services arriving on schedule, Azores Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to PDL departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Porto Airport (OPO)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) plane ticket with departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether leaving from EWR works best for your plans.
United Airlines offers direct flights from New York to PDL out of EWR. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
On the EWR to PDL route, United is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Break up your flight from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and PDL are:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to PDL flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
71% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) with a stop or two departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). These are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and PDL:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Reserve a hotel close to PDL if you have a late flight from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. Select one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you score a better 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 drive to the city.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Rs66,444 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. A return flight starts from Rs152,706. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get your hands on cheap flights from New York to PDL by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Ponta Delgada. August is when most people book flights from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a New York to PDL plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ponta Delgada to range from 20ºC to 25ºC.
February has temperatures of between 12ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ponta Delgada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ponta Delgada right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from New York to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Portas da Cidade, Gruta do Carvao and Igreja do Colegio are top sights which should be on any well-planned Ponta Delgada itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
Angra do Heroísmo is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ponta Delgada. Around 161 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Portugal, consider Horta, roughly 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. Cabeço do Fogo, Vista do Neptuno and Miradouro Mirante are among the biggest draws.
