Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Alicante.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ALC to PDL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ALC and PDL:
Madrid Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Lisbon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
111 € is the best price for a one-way Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight. Return flights start from 212 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from ALC to PDL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
Of the flights that depart from Alicante Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Alicante to Alicante Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ALC. Whether you have an early flight from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ponta Delgada Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and chase adventure across Ponta Delgada and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Ponta Delgada Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It takes around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ponta Delgada is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Alicante Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ALC to PDL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
Lagoa is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ponta Delgada. Around 10 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Church of Santa Cruz, Colecao Visitavel Matriz of thegoa and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Angra do Heroísmo is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No journey is complete without experiencing Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.