Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is three hours ahead of Ponta Delgada and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PDL to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between PDL and ATH:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is RM639. A return plane ticket is currently RM1,973. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PDL to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PDL to ATH.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Of the departures from Joao Paulo II Airport, 68.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ponta Delgada to Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to PDL:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you're catching a late Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PDL to ATH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its popular sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.