Travelling from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is three hours ahead of Philadelphia. Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to PDL.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to PDL leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to PDL flight:
Most flights that depart Trenton-Mercer Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
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 car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
R 9,493 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport. Return flights start from R 13,728. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to PDL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Plan your visit to Ponta Delgada in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to PDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Ponta Delgada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ponta Delgada right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Joao Paulo II Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Ponta Delgada when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Portas da Cidade followed by Seazores and Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada, a trip to Angra do Heroísmo will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
Around 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada, Horta is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo.
