Ponta Delgada to Amsterdam (PDL–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PDL–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Transavia leads the route. The flight covers 1,775 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HV Transavia | 2 | 32Q | 4h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PDL: +00 · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 8:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Portugal and the Netherlands are both EU and Schengen members. Portuguese citizens enter freely with a national ID card or passport. No visa, registration, or time limit applies.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
PDL–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PDL to AMS
João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from Transavia. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PDL to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PDL to AMS ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,775 miles (2,857 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.