Travelling from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada. The city operates in the UTC-1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Brussels.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) is the most popular route. There are 0 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Tuifly.be at 15:50. Go for the first BRU to PDL departure operated by Ryanair at 06:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Brussels to PDL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport with Tuifly.be.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Brussels to PDL departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Want other options for a direct flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)? Browse the fares leaving from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
From CRL, direct flights from Brussels to PDL are available with Ryanair.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport, check out these options when taking off from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Faro Airport (FAO)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour and 37 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 56 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to PDL, chill out in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PDL:
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport is 39 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 69 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Brussels to PDL.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport, plan your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Ponta Delgada, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Ponta Delgada. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Brussels to PDL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 24ºC.
Visit in February for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 12ºC and 17ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport.
More about Ponta Delgada
After booking your flight from Brussels to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ponta Delgada:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Ponta Delgada is to visit its leading attractions. Essential stops include Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo.
Complete your Ponta Delgada trip with a car rental
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