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Ponta Delgada.$1,173 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ponta Delgada on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,173, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Ponta Delgada on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,208, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,430 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,430, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,587 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,587, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,693 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,693, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,743 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,743, select.
Ponta Delgada.$1,746 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,746, select.
Ponta Delgada.$2,056 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Ponta Delgada.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Ponta Delgada on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,056, select.

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San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ponta Delgada.

San Francisco to Ponta Delgada: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,173
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada is $1,173. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,173.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Ponta Delgada is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Ponta Delgada Airport on Friday, 19 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Ponta Delgada Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ponta Delgada but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ponta Delgada is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ponta Delgada.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 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 San Francisco.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your SFO to PDL flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SFO and PDL:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

    • Logan International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)

  • Currently, $547 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,173. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to PDL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to PDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)

  • Book a hotel close to PDL if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and find adventure across Ponta Delgada and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

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 around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Ponta Delgada in February.

  • Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport for August if you'd like to go to 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). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PDL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Portugal

  • Ponta Delgada has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 10 kilometres east of Ponta Delgada, a visit to Lagoa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.

  • Around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada, Angra do Heroísmo is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.

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