Ponta Delgada to Miami (PDL–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Ponta Delgada to Miami
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
3 Airlines 3,264 mi 7h 6m nonstop -4h behind 19 1-stop hubs

PDL–MIA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. El Al, TAP Air Portugal and Titan Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,264 miles in approximately 7h 6m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PDL–MIA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
LY El Al 0
TP TAP Air Portugal 0 Star Alliance
ZT Titan Airways 0
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: LY + ZT (0 flights/wk, 0%)
Star Alliance: TP (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PDL to MIA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
910
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
-4h
Miami is 4 hours behind Ponta Delgada.
PDL: +00 · MIA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 2:00 PM in Miami.
Distance & Flight Time
3,264 mi / 5,253 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 6m.
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 MIA

Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).

Miami Climate

Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.

Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.

PDL–MIA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ponta Delgada to Miami route.
Route details
Distance3,264 mi / 5,253 km
Flight time7h 6m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: PDL
IATA / ICAOPDL / LPPD
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Elevation259 ft / 79 m
Destination: MIA
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.9M
Elevation8 ft / 2 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PDL to MIA flights.
Nonstop flights from João Paulo II Airport to Miami International Airport take approximately 7h 6m. The route covers 3,264 miles.
3 airlines operate nonstop service: El Al, TAP Air Portugal and Titan Airways.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ORL, BDA, AXA, TEB, SDQ, FAO, BOG, CDG, YUL, LIS, YYZ, AMS, JFK, BOS, EWR, LHR, FRA, ZRH and BCN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Miami is 4 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 MIA

João Paulo II Airport (PDL) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected by nonstop service from El Al, TAP Air Portugal and Titan Airways.

PDL to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PDL to MIA ranges from 7 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,264 miles (5,253 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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