Ponta Delgada to New York (PDL–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PDL–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Azores Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,551 miles in approximately 6h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S4 Azores Airlines Also: TP | 4 | 32Q | 6h05 | – | – | TP |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PDL: +00 · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 2:00 PM in New York.
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.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
PDL–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PDL to JFK
João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Azores Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PDL to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PDL to JFK ranges from 6 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,551 miles (4,105 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.