Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Valencia.
Your VLC to PDL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
75 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Return flights start at 151 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VLC to PDL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VLC to PDL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal 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 Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
Of the departures from Valencia Airport, 78.56% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Valencia to Valencia Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near VLC:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PDL if you're catching a late Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to central Ponta Delgada has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Ponta Delgada. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Valencia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VLC to PDL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
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, well-known attractions include Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Portugal, head for Angra do Heroísmo, about 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu are among its highlights.