Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is one hour behind Madeira.
Flights from FNC to PDL start at 05:35 — the earliest with Azores Airlines. The last service of the day is at 14:45 with Azores Airlines. In total, there are nine weekly Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your FNC to PDL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azores Airlines is your ticket to exploring Ponta Delgada (and perhaps some other great parts of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport offered by this airline.
Azores Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating FNC to PDL flights, Azores Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between FNC and PDL:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
R 1,198 is the best price for a one-way Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,671. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from FNC to PDL, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
73.73% of flights leaving from Madeira Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Madeira to Madeira Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to FNC? If you're boarding an early flight from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Reserve a hotel close to PDL if you're taking a late Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to the centre of Ponta Delgada has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Madeira Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport for August if you'd like to go to Ponta Delgada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FNC to PDL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you should also see. About 10 kilometres east of Ponta Delgada, a visit to Lagoa will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Angra do Heroísmo is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No journey is complete without dropping by Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.