Direct (nonstop) flights from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)

1 airline flys nonstop from Faro Airport (FAO) to Ponta Delgada (PDL). It's 975 miles (1,569 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Azores Airlines.

FAO
Faro Airport
🇵🇹 Faro, Portugal
PDL
Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
975 mi
1,569 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Azores Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Azores Airlines Azores Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azores Airlines S4 Azores Airlines
Route
FAO → PDL
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
975 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores) with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

FAO LIS (Lisbon) PDL
Leg 1: 55m (136 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (902 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → LIS
55m · 136 mi
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Leg 2
LIS → PDL
2h 30m · 902 mi
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FAO OPO (Porto) PDL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (293 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (940 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → OPO
1h 10m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
OPO → PDL
2h 28m · 940 mi
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FAO FNC (Funchal) PDL
Leg 1: 1h 45m (582 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (612 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → FNC
1h 45m · 582 mi
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Leg 2
FNC → PDL
2h 5m · 612 mi
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FAO MAD (Madrid) PDL
Leg 1: 1h 20m (337 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,200 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → MAD
1h 20m · 337 mi
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Leg 2
MAD → PDL
3h 25m · 1,200 mi
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FAO BCN (Barcelona) PDL
Leg 1: 2h (614 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,497 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 392 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → BCN
2h · 614 mi
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Leg 2
BCN → PDL
3h 55m · 1,497 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

A nonstop flight from Faro (FAO) to Ponta Delgada (Azores) (PDL) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 975 miles (1,569 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Just Azores Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Yes. 1 airline: Azores Airlines.

How far is Faro from Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

The flight distance from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores) is 975 miles (1,569 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Faro also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Faro to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Faro Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.