Travelling from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL).
Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada. The city follows the UTC-1 timezone and is three hours ahead of Atlanta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to PDL.
During high season, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Atlanta to PDL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
ATL is about 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PDL and turn in quicker:
Follow your own route with a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and find adventure across Ponta Delgada and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to the centre of Ponta Delgada is around 3 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport is 236 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 488 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Atlanta to PDL, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Atlanta 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 fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). August is when most people travel to Ponta Delgada. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
Book an Atlanta to PDL plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ponta Delgada to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to 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 lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Ponta Delgada right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to Joao Paulo II Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Portas da Cidade, Seazores and Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Ponta Delgada itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Angra do Heroísmo to check off its top attractions. From Monte Brasil Caldeira to Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Horta is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. No trip is complete without experiencing Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo.