Flying from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to PDL, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Washington DC to PDL that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DCA and PDL include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport, browse these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Washington DC to PDL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between BWI and PDL are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that depart from BWI make it to their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider booking a hotel near PDL if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
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Getting from Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Ponta Delgada. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
At the moment, R 6,120 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,606. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to PDL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Plan your visit to Ponta Delgada in February for a quieter experience.
Book a Washington DC to PDL plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ponta Delgada to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport in February when temperatures are 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 best places to stay in Ponta Delgada right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Portas da Cidade, Gruta do Carvao and Igreja do Colegio are attractions you won't want to skip in Ponta Delgada.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Journey about 161 kilometres northwest to Angra do Heroísmo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Monte Brasil Caldeira to Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Horta is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. No trip is complete without visiting Cabeço do Fogo, Vista do Neptuno and Miradouro Mirante.