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Cheapest round-trip
$979
Typical prices: $1,383-$1,827
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Wed 10/24Tue 11/6
SAN - PDL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$424
Typical prices: $793-$934
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Wed 10/24
SAN - PDL • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,300 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada (SAN-PDL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Ponta Delgada

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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8:34 pm - 6:35 pmSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
40h 01m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:50 pm - 10:34 amPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
23h 44m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$979Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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8:15 am - 7:20 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
16h 05m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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5:50 pm - 10:34 amPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
23h 44m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$1,021Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:48 am - 6:35 pmSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
23h 47m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:30 am - 11:18 amPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
35h 48m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,112TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:00 am - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
16h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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5:20 pm - 2:30 pmPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
28h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,178Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:00 am - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
16h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:25 pm - 11:15 amPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
46h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Boston Logan Intl
$1,187Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
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7:01 am - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
16h 54m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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8:05 pm - 9:58 pmPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
56h 53m2 stops Lajes Boston Logan Intl
$1,208Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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8:20 pm - 8:20 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
30h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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9:30 am - 11:15 amPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
32h 45m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,266Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
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7:01 am - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
16h 54m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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5:50 pm - 9:58 pmPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
35h 08m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$1,404Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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3:14 pm - 12:45 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
26h 31m2 stops San Francisco Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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4:50 pm - 6:38 pmPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
32h 48m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Francisco
$1,441Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:23 pm - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-PDL Ponta Delgada Nordela
25h 32m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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5:40 pm - 12:40 pmPDL  Ponta Delgada Nordela-SAN San Diego
50h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Calgary
$1,464Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Ponta Delgada flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($1,112) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Diego to Ponta Delgada in the last 5 days.

Key details for San Diego to Ponta Delgada flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$424
One-way flight from San Diego to Ponta Delgada

When to book flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada

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Your San Diego to Ponta Delgada flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Ponta Delgada. Flights with 1 layover take between 15h 18m and 21h 50m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Ponta Delgada changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $979 to $2,692. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Ponta Delgada looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Ponta Delgada are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $534, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Ponta Delgada Nordela Airport (PDL)?

    Ponta Delgada Nordela Airport (PDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Way2Azores
    • Ilha Verde
    • Sixt
    • FunchalDrive Rent-a-car
    • Micauto

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    Flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Ponta Delgada Nordela (PDL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada pass through?

    Connecting flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada most commonly pass through:

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from San Diego to Ponta Delgada. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,388 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,858, a difference of $470.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Ponta Delgada?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 18m, compared with 21h 50m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Ponta Delgada?

    Ponta Delgada is 7 hours ahead of San Diego (Azores Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Ponta Delgada flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,388, about $470 less than Saturday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Ponta Delgada trip for May. Fares historically average $1,348 round-trip in that month - typically $510 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ponta Delgada Nordela Airport.

    • Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico
    • Hotel Gaivota Azores
    • Ms Vila Nova

More options for your flight from San Diego to Ponta Delgada

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