Ponta Delgada to Boston (PDL–BOS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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S4225
S4 Azores
32Q
5:45 PM
-01
8:40 PM
EDT
5h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
S4281
S4 Azores
A21N
5:50 PM
-01 T1
9:00 PM
EDT
6h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
S4224
S4 Azores
32Q
10:25 PM
EDT TE
6:16 AM+1
-01
4h 51m
M T W T F S S
Prices
S4280
S4 Azores
32Q
10:55 PM
EDT TE
6:51 AM+1
-01
4h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Ponta Delgada to Boston
1 carrier, 8 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 2,389 mi 5h 55m nonstop -3h behind 12 1-stop hubs

PDL–BOS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Azores Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,389 miles in approximately 5h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PDL–BOS service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
S4 Azores Airlines 8 32Q, A21N 5h55-6h10
Aircraft on this route
32Q Airbus A321neo – S4
A21NS4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: S4 (8 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PDL to BOS direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PDL to BOS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
436
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PDL → BOS
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
BOS → PDL
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BOS delays →

Other ways to reach Boston from Ponta Delgada

Nearby airports with service to Boston Logan International Airport.
Metric PDL→BOS TER→BOS
Distance from PDL 103 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 8 1
Flight time 5h 55m 6h 10m
Airports within 200 miles of PDL with service to Boston Logan International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Boston is 3 hours behind Ponta Delgada.
PDL: -01 · BOS: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 3:00 PM in Boston.
Distance & Flight Time
2,389 mi / 3,845 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 55m to 6h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Portugal is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Portuguese passport holders enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. Apply at the official CBP site (esta.cbp.dhs.gov) at least 72 hours before departure.

The 90-day stay cannot be extended, and you cannot change immigration status while in the US on the Visa Waiver Program.

Getting from BOS

Silver Line SL1 (free from Logan) runs to South Station in 15–20 minutes, connecting to the Red Line subway and Amtrak services. The Massport Shuttle connects all Logan terminals and the remote parking areas; it's also the transfer between terminals. Water taxi to Long Wharf (downtown) is $12 and runs seasonally; check weather and schedule.Taxis to downtown Boston cost $30–45 (tunnel toll included in meter). Ride-hails pick up at designated zones; follow the Logan app directions to avoid the main curb chaos. MBTA Blue Line (Airport station, free shuttle from terminals) reaches downtown in 10 minutes but requires a separate transfer. Amtrak Acela to New York departs from South Station (2.5h, from $49).

Boston Climate

Humid continental climate with significant maritime influence. Winters (December–March) bring regular Nor'easters. These coastal storms that dump heavy snow and produce high winds, frequently closing Logan for hours and causing mass cancellations. Ice storms hit several times each winter. BOS is one of the most weather-disrupted major US airports in winter.

Summers are warm (22–29°C) with humidity and afternoon thunderstorms causing July–August delays. Hurricane remnants reach New England in September–October. Spring and fall are mild (8–18°C) but unpredictable. Logan's harbor location means it runs windier than inland readings suggest. Factor this into small aircraft routing.

PDL–BOS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ponta Delgada to Boston route.
Route details
Distance2,389 mi / 3,845 km
Flight time5h 55m to 6h 10m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights8 out / 8 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: PDL
IATA / ICAOPDL / LPPD
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Elevation259 ft / 79 m
Destination: BOS
IATA / ICAOBOS / KBOS
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr42.2M
Elevation20 ft / 6 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PDL to BOS flights.
Nonstop flights from João Paulo II Airport to Boston Logan International Airport take approximately 5h 55m to 6h 10m. The route covers 2,389 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Azores Airlines.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from PDL to BOS. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TER, SDQ, MIA, FLL, BOG, BCN, LIS, CDG, JFK, YUL, YYZ and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Boston is 3 hours behind Ponta Delgada.
Yes, return flights from BOS to PDL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TER. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PDL to BOS

João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) are connected by nonstop service from Azores Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PDL to BOS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PDL to BOS ranges from 5 hours 55 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,389 miles (3,845 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via TER. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Praia da Vitória (TER).