Airlines Flying to the Azores — Complete Guide 2026

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Azores Travel Guide · 2026

Which Airlines Fly to the Azores?

A complete guide to all direct and connecting flights to this mid-Atlantic archipelago — from Portugal, Europe, and North America.

12+Airlines

30+Routes

3Continents

9Islands

The Azores are far more accessible than most travellers expect. From Lisbon and Porto, there are year-round direct flights. Major European cities — London, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam — connect seasonally. And from the US East Coast, Boston and New York both offer direct routes.

SATA Azores Airlines is the main carrier and operates the widest network. But with more than a dozen airlines now competing for these routes, prices are increasingly competitive.

Also useful: How to Get to the Azores  ·  Azores Airports  ·  Inter-island Flights  ·  Ferry Between Islands  ·  Which Island to Choose

Flight Routes

All Routes to the Azores

From Portugal From Europe From the Americas

Origin	Airlines	Flight Time
LISLisbon → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores AirlinesTAP Air PortugalRyanair	~2h 30m
LISLisbon → Terceira	SATA Azores AirlinesTAP Air PortugalRyanair	~2h 30m
LISLisbon → Horta (Faial)	SATA Azores Airlines	~3h 00m
OPOPorto → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores AirlinesRyanair	~2h 30m
OPOPorto → Terceira	SATA Azores AirlinesRyanair	~2h 30m
FAOFaro → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~2h 30m
FNCFunchal → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~2h 00m

Origin	Airlines	Flight Time
STN/LHRLondon → Ponta Delgada	RyanairBritish Airways	~4h 00m
FRAFrankfurt → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores AirlinesLufthansa	~4h 30m
DUSDüsseldorf → Ponta Delgada	Eurowings	~4h 30m
ZRHZurich → Ponta Delgada / Terceira	Edelweiss Air	~4h 30m
CDGParis → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~4h 00m
BCNBarcelona → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~4h 00m
MADMadrid → Ponta Delgada	Iberia	~4h 00m
BIOBilbao → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~3h 00m
LPA/TFNCanary Islands → Ponta Delgada	Binter Canarias	~3h 30m
MXPMilan → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~4h 00m
AMSAmsterdam → Ponta Delgada	Transavia	~4h 30m
PRGPrague → Ponta Delgada	Smartwings	~5h 30m
BRUBrussels → Ponta Delgada	Ryanair	~4h 30m

Origin	Airlines	Flight Time
BOSBoston → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~5h 00m
BOSBoston → Terceira	SATA Azores Airlines	~5h 30m
JFK/EWRNew York → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores AirlinesUnited Airlines	~6h 00m
JFKNew York → Terceira	SATA Azores Airlines	~6h 00m
SFOSan Francisco → Terceira	TAP Air Portugal	~9h 30m
YYZToronto → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~5h 30m
YYZToronto → Terceira	SATA Azores Airlines	~5h 00m
YULMontreal → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~5h 30m
RAIPraia, Cape Verde → Ponta Delgada	SATA Azores Airlines	~4h 00m

All Carriers

Airlines Serving the Azores

SATA Azores Airlines

Flag carrier · Widest network

TAP Air Portugal

National airline

Ryanair

Low-cost · EU & UK

British Airways

Legacy · London

Lufthansa

Legacy · Germany

Eurowings

Low-cost · Germany

Edelweiss Air

Leisure · Switzerland

Iberia

Legacy · Spain

Transavia

Low-cost · Netherlands

Binter Canarias

Regional · Canary Islands

Smartwings

Charter · Czech Republic

United Airlines

Legacy · USA

Booking Advice

How to Find the Best Flights

01

Book Early for Summer

Peak season is May to September. Book 3–6 months ahead for the best fares and availability on popular routes.

02

Stay Flexible on Dates

Mid-week departures (Tue–Wed) are often cheaper. Even a one-day shift can make a noticeable difference in price.

03

Use Flight Comparison Tools

Skyscanner and Google Flights compare all airlines at once. Set up price alerts to be notified when fares drop.

04

Choose the Right Entry Airport

Ponta Delgada (PDL) has the most connections. Terceira (TER) is ideal for US travellers. Horta (HOR) serves the western islands.

FAQ

Common Questions

Which airlines fly from Portugal to the Azores?+

SATA Azores Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Ryanair all operate direct flights from Lisbon and Porto. SATA also connects Faro and Funchal.

Are there direct flights from the USA?+

Yes. SATA Azores Airlines flies year-round from Boston, New York JFK and Newark. United Airlines also serves the New York–Ponta Delgada route. TAP connects San Francisco via Terceira.

Which European cities have direct flights?+

London, Paris, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Madrid, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Zurich, Milan, Brussels, Bilbao, Prague, and the Canary Islands all have direct routes — most with seasonal frequency.

When is the best time to book?+

For summer travel, book 3–6 months in advance. For shoulder season (October–April), 4–8 weeks ahead is usually fine and prices are lower. Set up price alerts on Skyscanner for your route.

Which airport should I fly into?+

Ponta Delgada (PDL) on São Miguel has the most connections and is the best gateway for first-time visitors. Lajes on Terceira (TER) suits North American travellers well. Horta (HOR) is the right choice if you're heading to Faial, Pico or São Jorge.

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Travelling to Portugal from abroad this Christmas or New Year Eve

If you are planning to travel to Portugal this Christmas, then all of the above domestic travel measures will also apply. There are currently no restrictions on UK, EU and Schengen area travellers.

Restricitons on New Year Eve

Circulation between municipalities:

Prohibited between 00:00 on December 31. And 5 am on 1/4.

Traffic on public roads for the entire continental area:

On December 31st Prohibited after 11 pm;

Prohibited on days 1, 2 and 3/01 from 13:00

Opening hours throughout the continental area:

On December 31 The restaurant is open until 22:30.

On days 1, 2 and 3/01, the restaurant is open until 1 pm, except for home delivery.

- Public or publicly accessible parties are prohibited.

- Prohibit meetings with more than 6 people on public roads.

Restricitons on Christmas

Circulation between municipalities is allowed

Circulation on public roads:

Night from 23 to 24: allowed only for those who are traveling;

Days 24 and 25: allowed until 02h00 of the following day;

Day 26: allowed until 23h00.

Opening hours:

On the 24th and 25th nights, restaurant operation is allowed until 1 am.

On the 26th, restaurant operation is allowed until 3:30 pm in municipalities with very high and extreme risk.

On the 24th and 25th, the closing hours do not apply to cultural establishments.