Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Ponta Delgada is three hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC-1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EWR to PDL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Ponta Delgada (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a breeze with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between EWR and PDL:
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight is 174 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 368 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from EWR to PDL, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of the departures from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% land on time at their destination.
To get to Newark Liberty International Airport from central New York, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near EWR:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and explore beyond Ponta Delgada's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week before you travel.
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 about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ponta Delgada is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EWR to PDL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you should also see. About 6 miles east of Ponta Delgada, a trip to Lagoa will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Around 110 miles north-west of Ponta Delgada, Angra do Heroísmo is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.
