Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes. Ponta Delgada's timezone is UTC-1, which makes Ponta Delgada 1 hour behind London.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Ponta Delgada — plus maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and PDL:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Lisbon Portela Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LHR to PDL.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is 126 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 203 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 3 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to PDL.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want a convenient hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
If you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near PDL:
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to central Ponta Delgada is about 9 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 33 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Ponta Delgada in February.
The warmest month in Ponta Delgada is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to PDL in February. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 17ºC then.
More about Ponta Delgada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Ponta Delgada right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from LHR to PDL:
Portas da Cidade and Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Ponta Delgada to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Igreja do Santo Cristo.
Complete your Ponta Delgada trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Joao Paulo II Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Ponta Delgada stay.