Flying from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Milan: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan.
Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Milan is 2 hours ahead of Ponta Delgada.
To ensure you catch your flight from PDL to Milan, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Milan are available for booking. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is where you'll be landing.
Azores Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from PDL to Milan with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You won't need a visa for Italy if you have a passport from Portugal and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada, PDL can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near PDL. Whether you have an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Milan
RM328 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM747. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PDL to Milan, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes around 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 53 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to BGY. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from PDL to Milan at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan. July is the busiest month to travel to Milan. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from PDL to Milan in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Milan travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Milan and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Milan.