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

1 airline flys nonstop from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Faro Airport (FAO). It's 975 miles (1,569 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Azores Airlines.

PDL
Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal
FAO
Faro Airport
🇵🇹 Faro, Portugal
Flight Time
2h 25m
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 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azores Airlines S4 Azores Airlines
Route
PDL → FAO
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
975 mi

Alternative Routes

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

PDL LIS (Lisbon) FAO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (902 mi) Leg 2: 50m (136 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → LIS
2h 20m · 902 mi
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Leg 2
LIS → FAO
50m · 136 mi
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PDL OPO (Porto) FAO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (940 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (293 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → OPO
2h 20m · 940 mi
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Leg 2
OPO → FAO
1h 10m · 293 mi
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PDL FNC (Funchal) FAO
Leg 1: 2h 5m (612 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (582 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → FNC
2h 5m · 612 mi
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Leg 2
FNC → FAO
1h 40m · 582 mi
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PDL MAD (Madrid) FAO
Leg 1: 3h (1,200 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (337 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → MAD
3h · 1,200 mi
View PDL to MAD flights →
Leg 2
MAD → FAO
1h 25m · 337 mi
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PDL BCN (Barcelona) FAO
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,497 mi) Leg 2: 2h (614 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 392 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → BCN
3h 25m · 1,497 mi
View PDL to BCN flights →
Leg 2
BCN → FAO
2h · 614 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ponta Delgada (Azores) (PDL) to Faro (FAO) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 975 miles (1,569 km).

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

Just Azores Airlines.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Azores Airlines.

How far is Ponta Delgada (Azores) from Faro?

The flight distance from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Faro 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 Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Faro?

At 2h 25m, 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 Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Faro?

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

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

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 Ponta Delgada for this flight?

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