Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Ponta Delgada's timezone is UTC-1, which makes Ponta Delgada three hours ahead of Toronto.
Each week, there are seven Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 20:45 Azores Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 22:05 with Azores Airlines.
Your YYZ to PDL flight won't wait if you're 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 flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Azores Airlines offers direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Ponta Delgada — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
Azores Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for YYZ to PDL flights is Azores Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight is C$321. A return fare is currently C$570. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from YYZ to PDL by booking at least two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YYZ to PDL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
63.97% of flights that leave from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near YYZ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider booking a hotel close to PDL if you're catching a late Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab 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 popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to the centre of Ponta Delgada has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson 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 faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport for August if you'd like to visit Ponta Delgada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYZ to PDL in February. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lagoa is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen 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 you want to check out another major stop in Portugal, consider 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.