Ponta Delgada João Paulo II Airport, named after Pope John Paul II, is an international airport located on the island of São Miguel, in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores. Situated 2 km (1.2 mi) west of the city centre of Ponta Delgada, it is the primary (and busiest) airport in the Azores, as well as the fifth largest infrastructure managed by ANA Aeroportos de Portugal.
Situated 2 km (1.2 mi) west of the city centre of Ponta Delgada, it is the primary (and busiest) airport in the Azores.
There is no ferry service between continental Portugal and the Azores.
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Find all the available amenities at this airport, from parking information to cinemas and lounges.
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The only airlines flying directly to Azores from United States are Azores Airlines, TAP Portugal and United. You can fly directly via Boston or New York. The U.S. routes target not only tourists, but also the strong Azorean community living in these countries.
Being the driest and hottest months, July and August are often seen as the best time to visit the Azores. The school holidays are the most popular time to visit the islands of Sao Miguel and Terceira as they're both well-connected to the outside world by direct flights from the UK, USA, Canada and mainland Portugal.
In general, you should be able to see all the highlights on most Azores islands in 2-3 days. The only exception is São Miguel, the largest island, where we recommend staying at least 5-7 days.
The best way to get around the Azores is by car. A rental car allows you travel with complete freedom, as buses around the islands can be unpredictable and cater more to locals than visitors. Plus, taxi fares will add up fast.
