Cheap Flights to Azores Islands
Flights to Azores Islands in 2021
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 43% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | February | Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop |
| Average price | £160 | Average for round-trip flights in June 2021 |
| Round-trip from | £65 | From London to Azores |
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The cheapest ticket to Azores Islands found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
When is the best time to fly to Azores Islands?
Average Ponta Delgada Nordela flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.
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LON - PDL Price
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£31 - £274
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PDL Temperature
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16 - 25 °C
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PDL Rainfall
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24 - 123 mm
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When is the best time to book a flight to Azores Islands?
Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Azores Islands. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Azores Islands?
Saturday is currently, on average, the cheapest day to fly to Azores Islands. Flying on Sunday will result in higher flight prices.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Azores Islands?
Flights in the afternoon are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Azores Islands. Flights in the evening are usually the most expensive.
How long is the flight to Azores Islands?
Flight times from the UK to the Azores Islands, Portugal range from 7h to 51h. The shortest flight from the London Gatwick Airport to Lajes Airport is 6h 55m. The shortest flight from the Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Lajes Airport is 8h 5m. The shortest flight from the Manchester Airport to Lajes Airport is 8h 55m. Some flights can take as long as 51 hours, based on the layover periods and number of stops.
Where can you get direct flights to Azores Islands from UK?
In the majority of cases, there aren’t any direct flights from the UK to the Azores Islands. However, the Azores own airline, SATA, does operate limited availability for a direct 4-hour flight from Gatwick, UK to Sao Miguel on Saturdays, May through October. SATA also operates flights between the Azores islands. Additionally, Ryanair has a direct flight on Saturdays from Stansted to Sao Miguel. The majority of one-stop flights to the Azores Islands connect through Lisbon and arrive at Lajes Airport on Terceira Island in the Azores.
How do you get from Azores airport to the city centre?
There are 9 islands that make up the Azores Islands. Most of the islands are primarily home to various small villages and towns, rather than one specific city centre. While there are taxis and buses, the most reliable and useful mode of transportation is to rent a car which can be done at any of the five international airports which are located on Pico, Santa Maria, Faial, Terceira, and Sao Miguel. You will need to adjust to driving on the right side of the road, however! To reach the other islands, you will need to hop on a flight or go by ferry or boat, where available.
What are some things to do in the Azores Islands?
The lure of the Azores Islands is that there is plenty to see and do. The countryside is stunning with caldeiras, ancient lava tubes, crater lakes, and ocean views. There are some unique activities, such as the running of the bulls in Terceira. The bulls run down the streets, so be sure to plan ahead for a safe observation seat. Another popular option is the hot springs. Most Azores visitors agree that the cuisine makes the trip special. Although the Azores Islands are a region of Portugal, the food is decidedly their own. There are a few items you definitely should try while you are there, such as alcatra, massa sovada, local cheeses, and tons of fresh seafood that just came off the boats. For a unique treat, give the cracas a try – it might seem strange to eat a barnacle, but they are amazing!
Do I need a passport or visa to fly to the Azores Islands?
For stays in the Azores Islands of less than 90 days, you do not need a visa. If you plan to stay longer than that, you will need to get a tourist visa from a Portuguese consulate or embassy. You will need a passport and it must be valid for at least 90 days following your departure date, although six months validity is recommended.
