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

2 airlines fly nonstop from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 1,888 miles (3,038 km), about 4h 20m in the air. Operated by Lufthansa, Azores Airlines.

PDL
Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,888 mi
3,038 km
CO₂/pax
319 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Lufthansa +1
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Lufthansa Lufthansa Azores Airlines Azores Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
PDL → FRA
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,888 mi
Azores Airlines S4 Azores Airlines
Route
PDL → FRA
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,888 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Frankfurt with one stop · direct emits 319 kg CO₂ per passenger

PDL CDG (Paris) FRA
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,608 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (280 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → CDG
3h 40m · 1,608 mi
View PDL to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → FRA
1h 15m · 280 mi
View CDG to FRA flights →
PDL OPO (Porto) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (940 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,029 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 358 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → OPO
2h 20m · 940 mi
View PDL to OPO flights →
Leg 2
OPO → FRA
2h 45m · 1,029 mi
View OPO to FRA flights →
PDL DUS (Dusseldorf) FRA
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,834 mi) Leg 2: 50m (116 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → DUS
4h 25m · 1,834 mi
View PDL to DUS flights →
Leg 2
DUS → FRA
50m · 116 mi
View DUS to FRA flights →
PDL LIS (Lisbon) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (902 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,166 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 389 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → LIS
2h 20m · 902 mi
View PDL to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → FRA
3h 10m · 1,166 mi
View LIS to FRA flights →
PDL FAO (Faro) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (975 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,219 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 396 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → FAO
2h 25m · 975 mi
View PDL to FAO flights →
Leg 2
FAO → FRA
3h 5m · 1,219 mi
View FAO to FRA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ponta Delgada (Azores) (PDL) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,888 miles (3,038 km).

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

2 airlines: Lufthansa, Azores Airlines.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: Lufthansa, Azores Airlines.

How far is Ponta Delgada (Azores) from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Frankfurt is 1,888 miles (3,038 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Ponta Delgada (Azores) and Frankfurt?

Frankfurt is 2 hours ahead of Ponta Delgada (Azores). (Atlantic/Azores vs Europe/Berlin.)

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

At 4h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Portugal to Germany?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Germany embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 319 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,595 km.

Is the return flight from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt?

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?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.