Travelling from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Praia and Ponta Delgada share the UTC-1 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you get on your RAI to PDL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azores Airlines offers direct flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Ponta Delgada — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Azores Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for RAI to PDL flights is Azores Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Right now, R 2,879 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,128. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RAI to PDL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Of the departures from Nelson Mandela International Airport, 51.1% land on time at their destination.
To reach Nelson Mandela International Airport from central Praia, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near RAI? If you've booked an early flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PDL if you're taking a late Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up 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 providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
From Joao Paulo II Airport, Ponta Delgada is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RAI to PDL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Ponta Delgada, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel about 10 kilometres east to Lagoa to check off its top attractions. From Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça to Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Angra do Heroísmo is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No trip is complete without visiting Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.
