Ponta Delgada to Fort Lauderdale (PDL–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PDL–FLL has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
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Travel Essentials
PDL: +00 · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 2:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
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.
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
PDL–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PDL to FLL
João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PDL to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PDL to FLL is about 8 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,248 miles (5,227 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, John F. Kennedy and Newark Liberty. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.