Ponta Delgada to London (PDL–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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BA535
BA British
32N
4:30 PM
-01
9:20 PM
GMT
3h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BA534
BA British
32N
12:20 PM
GMT T5
3:30 PM
-01
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Ponta Delgada to London
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,549 mi 3h 50m nonstop +1h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

PDL–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,549 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PDL–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
BA British Airways 2 32N 3h50 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – BA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: BA (2 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 LHR direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PDL to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
672
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
London is 1 hour ahead of Ponta Delgada.
PDL: -01 · LHR: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 7:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
1,549 mi / 2,493 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.

Getting from LHR

Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.

London Climate

Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.

PDL–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ponta Delgada to London route.
Route details
Distance1,549 mi / 2,493 km
Flight time3h 50m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: PDL
IATA / ICAOPDL / LPPD
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Elevation259 ft / 79 m
Destination: LHR
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PDL to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from João Paulo II Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 3h 50m. The route covers 1,549 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: British Airways.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from PDL to LHR. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BCN, LIS, CDG, MIA, BOG, YUL, JFK, BOS and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 1 hour ahead of Ponta Delgada.
Yes, return flights from LHR to PDL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PDL to LHR

João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PDL to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PDL to LHR ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,549 miles (2,493 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via BCN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.