Travelling from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada. The city is in the UTC-1 timezone and is one hour behind Glasgow.
Your flight from Glasgow to PDL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Glasgow to PDL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GLA and PDL include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Porto Airport (OPO)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70.07% of flights that leave from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a popular option between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and PDL.
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Glasgow to PDL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near PDL and turn out the lights sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Book your wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and discover more of Ponta Delgada and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport flight.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
The centre of Ponta Delgada is about 3 kilometres from Joao Paulo II Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport is R 2,439. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,989. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to PDL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Glasgow to PDL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). August is the most popular month to visit Ponta Delgada. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
When booking your Glasgow to PDL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport in February when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Ponta Delgada
Start your Ponta Delgada trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Joao Paulo II Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Portas da Cidade, Seazores and Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva are essential stops on your Ponta Delgada itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
Angra do Heroísmo is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ponta Delgada. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
Around 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada, Horta is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo.
