Flying from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Lajes Field Airport (TER): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 40 minutes.
Ponta Delgada and Terceira Lajes share the same timezone, UTC-1.
Flights from PDL to TER start from 06:55 — the earliest with SATA - Air Acores. The latest departure is at 22:05 with SATA - Air Acores. Overall, you can choose from 96 weekly Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport flights.
Your PDL to TER flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
SATA - Air Acores is your ticket to exploring Terceira Lajes (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is SATA - Air Acores.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for PDL to TER flights is SATA - Air Acores.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Lisbon Portela Airport is a well-known stop between PDL and TER.
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
At the moment, R 1,061 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,746. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PDL to TER.
The cheapest month for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
68.76% of flights that take off from Joao Paulo II Airport land at their destination on time.
Joao Paulo II Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PDL. Whether you have an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lajes Field Airport (TER)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TER if you're taking a late Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Lajes Field Airport rental car and explore Terceira Lajes and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, Ilha Verde and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lajes Field Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Lajes Field Airport (TER) to central Terceira Lajes
Lajes Field Airport to central Terceira Lajes has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Terceira Lajes. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Lajes Field Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Terceira Lajes, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PDL to TER in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Terceira Lajes has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Terceira Lajes, a trip to Ponta Delgada will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Terceira Lajes, Lagoa is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.