Ponta Delgada Airport transfers
João Paulo II Airport (PDL) is on São Miguel, the largest island of the Azores. It is in Relva, only about 2 km west of Ponta Delgada city centre. It handled about 3.3 million passengers in 2024. Many visitors stay in the city and explore the island by car or with a driver.
Ponta Delgada Airport to Ponta Delgada prices
The ride into the city takes about 5 minutes. Fares vary by source: one guide quotes metered fares from about €6, while one local company lists a fixed fare of about €25 (4-seat) or €35 (8-seat). Check the price before you set off. Taxis wait at a 24-hour rank outside arrivals.
Ponta Delgada Airport to São Miguel resorts
- Ribeira Grande: about €35 (4-seat)
- Vila Franca do Campo: about €40
- Furnas: about €55
- Nordeste: about €68
These are fixed fares published by one local company. Larger 8-seat cars cost about €10 more.
Tips
An Aerobus runs a circular route about every 40 minutes from 07:00 to midnight. Many visitors also book a driver for a full-day island tour. For flights to mainland Portugal, see our Portugal transfers guide and Lisbon Airport page. Taxi bookings can also be made by phone.