Travelling from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). Check out your options for flying out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The average length of a direct flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Ponta Delgada is 2 hours behind Milan. Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada, which operates on the UTC-1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL), with 1 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MXP to PDL is the 14:10 Azores Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 14:20 with Azores Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Milan to PDL.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) take off from this terminal.
Azores Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport jetting out of MXP.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Milan to PDL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The distance from central Milan to MXP is roughly 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Milano Malpensa Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)? Check out the fares jetting out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Azores Airlines has direct flights from Milan to PDL out of BGY. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport, browse these options when departing from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Porto Airport (OPO)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours and 18 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 58 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Milan to PDL, chill out in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Reserve a hotel near PDL if you have a late flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ponta Delgada. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport is $148. The cheapest price for a return flight is $276. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Milan to PDL when you book 6 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport, book your trip for March (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Ponta Delgada. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Milan 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.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport in February when temperatures average between 12ºC and 17ºC.
More about Ponta Delgada
Start your Ponta Delgada trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Joao Paulo II Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo are popular attractions which should feature on any good Ponta Delgada itinerary.
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