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

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Ponta Delgada to Miami
3 carriers, 1 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 3,264 mi 7h 6m nonstop -3h behind 11 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, 11 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 1
TP TAP Air Portugal 1 Star Alliance
ZT Titan Airways 1
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: LY + ZT (2 flights/wk, 67%)
Star Alliance: TP (1 flights/wk, 33%)
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.
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One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
617
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PDL → MIA
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
68%
Return
MIA → PDL
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MIA delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Ponta Delgada, it's 3:00 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-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: PDL
IATA / ICAOPDL / LPPD
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Elevation259 ft / 79 m
Destination: MIA
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
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.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PDL to MIA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SDQ, FLL, BOG, LIS, BCN, YYZ, JFK, BOS, YUL, LHR and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Miami is 3 hours behind Ponta Delgada.
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.
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. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

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

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