Vila do Porto to Boston (SMA–BOS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SMA–BOS had nonstop service from Icelandair, last on the schedule in August 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,436 miles in 5h 35m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Boston from Vila do Porto
| Metric | SMA→BOS | PDL→BOS | TER→BOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SMA | – | 61 mi | 162 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 22 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 35m | 5h 45m | 5h 45m |
Travel Essentials
SMA: +00 · BOS: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vila do Porto, it's 2:00 PM in Boston.
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.
Silver Line SL1 (free from Logan) runs to South Station in 15–20 minutes, connecting to the Red Line subway and Amtrak services. The Massport Shuttle connects all Logan terminals and the remote parking areas; it's also the transfer between terminals. Water taxi to Long Wharf (downtown) is $12 and runs seasonally; check weather and schedule.Taxis to downtown Boston cost $30–45 (tunnel toll included in meter). Ride-hails pick up at designated zones; follow the Logan app directions to avoid the main curb chaos. MBTA Blue Line (Airport station, free shuttle from terminals) reaches downtown in 10 minutes but requires a separate transfer. Amtrak Acela to New York departs from South Station (2.5h, from $49).
Humid continental climate with significant maritime influence. Winters (December–March) bring regular Nor'easters. These coastal storms that dump heavy snow and produce high winds, frequently closing Logan for hours and causing mass cancellations. Ice storms hit several times each winter. BOS is one of the most weather-disrupted major US airports in winter.
Summers are warm (22–29°C) with humidity and afternoon thunderstorms causing July–August delays. Hurricane remnants reach New England in September–October. Spring and fall are mild (8–18°C) but unpredictable. Logan's harbor location means it runs windier than inland readings suggest. Factor this into small aircraft routing.
SMA–BOS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SMA to BOS
Santa Maria Airport (SMA) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) had nonstop service from Icelandair, last on the schedule in August 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
SMA to BOS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SMA to BOS is about 5 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,436 miles (3,921 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via João Paulo II and Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ponta Delgada (PDL) and Praia da Vitória (TER).