Travelling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Ponta Delgada's timezone is UTC-1, making Ponta Delgada two hours behind Valletta.
To ensure you catch your MLA to PDL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MLA and PDL include:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
111 € is currently the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. A return flight starts from 225 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLA to PDL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to Malta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MLA:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Book a hotel close to PDL if you're catching a late Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own set of wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Joao Paulo II Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
From Joao Paulo II Airport, Ponta Delgada is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Malta International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to PDL in February. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be explored. Around 10 kilometres east of Ponta Delgada, a trip to Lagoa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada, Angra do Heroísmo is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.