Cheap Flights to Azores Islands

Azores Islands overview

When is the best time to book a flight to Azores-Islands?

Peak Season

April to October is the peak season for flights to Azores-Islands, when the weather is at its warmest and the islands are in full swing with tourists. The cheapest flights to Azores-Islands during this time are in April and October, though you might be able to find some good flight deals in May and September, too. July and August are the most expensive months to travel to Azores-Islands as these mark the peak of the summer season.

Off Season

If you travel between November and March, you’ll be able to find numerous cheap flights to Azores-Islands. These months are the off season, where the crowds are fewer and the temperatures are lower than in summer. That being said, it’s still fairly warm, spring and autumn are great times to visit for the colours and clear skies.

How long is the flight to Azores-Islands?

London to Azores-Islands – 3 hours 45 minutes

Manchester to Azores-Islands – 3 hours 45 minutes

Birmingham to Azores-Islands – 3 hours 40 minutes

Glasgow to Azores-Islands – 3 hours 50 minutes

Cardiff to Azores-Islands – 3 hours 30 minutes

Which airlines operate flights to Azores-Islands?

Ryan Air, TAP Portugal, and SATA are the main airlines that offer cheap flights to Azores-Islands from the UK. There are numerous flights that leave throughout the week, especially between April and October in the high season. There are less flights in the winter months, but you’ll be able to find the cheapest flights to Azores-Islands during this time.

Airports at the destination and positions relative to the city

There are three main airports that run cheap flights to Azores-Islands. Sao Miguel, the largest of the Azores-Islands, has an international airport (João Paulo II International Airport) situated just 2km from Ponta Delgada. Faial’s airport, Horta Airport, is around a 25-minute drive from Horta, and Terceira’s international airport is about 20 minutes from Lajes. There are several flight deals each week, so you’ll be able to find a route that’s within your budget.

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

With three main international airports that run cheap flights to Azores-Islands, it’s easy to find one that’s close to your destination.

Sao Miguel’s Airport:

Bus Services: The airport bus travels to Avenida Marginal de Ponta Delgada every hour, taking about 30 minutes.

Taxis: There are plenty of taxis outside the terminals which will take you to the major destinations around the island. Price and distance depends on your end destination.

Terceira/Lajes Airport:

Bus Services: There are no official airport buses from Terceira airport to Lajes, but a local bus passes outside the terminal every 2 hours travelling to Praia da Vitoria.

Taxis: You can get a taxi into Lajes. The journey is quick, and prices depend on your final destination.

Horta Airport:

Taxis: Taxis are the quickest and easiest way to get into Horta. Alternatively, you can rent a car from the airport.

Hints and tips connected to navigating between terminals

All three major Azores-Islands airports only have one terminal, making them easy to navigate.