Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
London is one hour ahead of Ponta Delgada and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PDL to LGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Azores Airlines is your ticket to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Azores Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PDL and LGW include:
Bilbao Airport
Porto Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 1,408 is the lowest price for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,995. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from PDL to LGW by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PDL to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Joao Paulo II Airport, 68.76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Joao Paulo II Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near PDL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near LGW:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PDL to LGW sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.