Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Ponta Delgada is four hours ahead of Durham and is in the UTC-1 timezone.
Your RDU to PDL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RDU and PDL include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
Currently, R 5,781 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,642. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to PDL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to PDL.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
Grab a Ponta Delgada Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Ponta Delgada Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada Airport to central Ponta Delgada has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Ponta Delgada. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to PDL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Travel around 10 kilometres east to Lagoa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Church of Santa Cruz to Colecao Visitavel Matriz of thegoa and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada, Angra do Heroísmo is another favourite stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
