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

1 airline flys nonstop from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Horta (HOR). It's 173 miles (278 km), about 55m in the air. Operated by SATA - Air Acores.

PDL
Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal
HOR
Horta
🇵🇹 Horta (Azores), Portugal
Flight Time
55m
Distance
173 mi
278 km
CO₂/pax
32 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
SATA - Air Acores
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SATA - Air Acores SATA - Air Acores

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SATA - Air Acores SP SATA - Air Acores
Route
PDL → HOR
Flight Time
55m
Distance
173 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Horta (Azores) with one stop · direct emits 32 kg CO₂ per passenger

PDL TER (Terceira) HOR
Leg 1: 40m (103 mi) Leg 2: 35m (89 mi) Total: ~1h 15m 🍃 61 kg CO₂ (+91% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → TER
40m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
TER → HOR
35m · 89 mi
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PDL FLW (Flores Island (Azores)) HOR
Leg 1: 1h 25m (318 mi) Leg 2: 50m (146 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+247% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → FLW
1h 25m · 318 mi
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Leg 2
FLW → HOR
50m · 146 mi
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PDL CVU (Corvo Island (Azores)) HOR
Leg 1: 1h 35m (321 mi) Leg 2: 50m (152 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+250% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → CVU
1h 35m · 321 mi
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Leg 2
CVU → HOR
50m · 152 mi
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PDL LIS (Lisbon) HOR
Leg 1: 2h 20m (902 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,058 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+1059% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PDL → LIS
2h 20m · 902 mi
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Leg 2
LIS → HOR
2h 45m · 1,058 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ponta Delgada (Azores) (PDL) to Horta (Azores) (HOR) takes approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 173 miles (278 km).

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

Just SATA - Air Acores.

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

Yes. 1 airline: SATA - Air Acores.

How far is Ponta Delgada (Azores) from Horta (Azores)?

The flight distance from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Horta (Azores) is 173 miles (278 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

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

At 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 32 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 160 km.

Is the return flight from Horta (Azores) 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 Horta (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 Ponta Delgada for this flight?

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