Flying from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) taking off from here.
Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada. The city operates in the UTC-1 timezone and is 3 hours behind Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to PDL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Bucharest to PDL with a stopover. To see your options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between OTP and PDL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Travelling from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PDL if you're taking a late flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 9 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport is C$198. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$440. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to get flight tickets from Bucharest to PDL. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Finding flight tickets from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Ponta Delgada, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Bucharest to PDL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ponta Delgada
Start your Ponta Delgada trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo are must-do's during your Ponta Delgada adventure.
Complete your Ponta Delgada trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Bucharest to Joao Paulo II Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Ponta Delgada and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.