Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport.
Ponta Delgada is two hours behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC-1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your AMS to PDL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Transavia has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Ponta Delgada — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
Transavia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating AMS to PDL flights, transavia is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between AMS and PDL:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Lisbon Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight is R 1,841. A round-trip ticket is currently R 3,719. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from AMS to PDL by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to PDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Of the departures from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near AMS:
Arriving at Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
Book a hotel near PDL if you're taking a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Ponta Delgada Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Ponta Delgada Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Ponta Delgada. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport for August if you'd like to visit Ponta Delgada during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to PDL in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Travel around 10 kilometres east to Lagoa to check off its leading sights. From Church of Santa Cruz to Colecao Visitavel Matriz of thegoa and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Angra do Heroísmo is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No trip is complete without experiencing Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
