Ponta Delgada to Fort Lauderdale (PDL–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Ponta Delgada to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
3,248 mi 8h nonstop -3h behind 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PDL and FLL, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PDL to FLL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
SDQ ~10h 23m MIA ~12h 51m BOG ~13h 15m YUL ~23h 39m YYZ ~27h 1m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
362
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PDL → FLL
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
FLL → PDL
33%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
33%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FLL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 3:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
3,248 mi / 5,227 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 0m.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from FLL

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.

Fort Lauderdale Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PDL–FLL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ponta Delgada to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance3,248 mi / 5,227 km
Flight time8h
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: PDL
Full nameJoão Paulo II Airport
IATA / ICAOPDL / LPPD
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Elevation259 ft / 79 m
Destination: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PDL to FLL flights.
Nonstop flights from João Paulo II Airport to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport take approximately 8h. The route covers 3,248 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SDQ, MIA, BOG, YUL, YYZ, BOS and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fort Lauderdale is 3 hours behind Ponta Delgada.
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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 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 ranges from 8 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,248 miles (5,227 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via SDQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.