Flying from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is seven hours ahead of Seattle. Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to PDL, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to PDL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to PDL flight? Check in to a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport flight.
Getting from Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Ponta Delgada. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
C$658 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport. A return flight starts from C$1,254. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to PDL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Visit Ponta Delgada in February for a quieter experience.
When booking your Seattle to PDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Ponta Delgada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ponta Delgada right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Portas da Cidade, Gruta do Carvao and Igreja do Colegio are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ponta Delgada itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. About 161 kilometres northwest of Ponta Delgada, a trip to Angra do Heroísmo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Monte Brasil Caldeira, Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral.
Around 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada, Horta is another favourite stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Cabeço do Fogo, Vista do Neptuno and Miradouro Mirante.
