Travelling from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
Warsaw has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Warsaw. Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
Your flight from Warsaw to PDL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The journey from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
77.68% of flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Warsaw to PDL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PDL and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car and explore Ponta Delgada and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS and addCar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to central Ponta Delgada is about 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
$190 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport. Return flights start at $437. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Warsaw to PDL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Ponta Delgada based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Warsaw to PDL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport in February when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Ponta Delgada
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ponta Delgada right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Joao Paulo II Airport:
Portas da Cidade and Seazores are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Ponta Delgada to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Ponta Delgada, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Angra do Heroísmo to tick off its leading attractions. From Monte Brasil Caldeira to Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Portugal, head for Horta, about 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo are highlights.