Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Ponta Delgada's timezone is UTC-1, which makes Ponta Delgada six hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to PDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and PDL:
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight is $857. A return ticket right now is $844. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to PDL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
To reach Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Consider staying in a hotel near PDL if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and discover Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own set of wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Ponta Delgada. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport for August if you want to visit Ponta Delgada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to PDL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. About 10 kilometres east of Ponta Delgada, a visit to Lagoa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Angra do Heroísmo is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. No journey is complete without dropping by Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.