Cheap Flights from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Santa Maria Island (SMA)

Popular airlines from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Santa Maria Island (SMA-Vila Do Porto)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from PDL to Santa Maria Airport?
Book a seat with SATA - Air Acores and you can expect to be airborne for about 30 minutes. This top airline has a direct flight that takes off at 7:00PM from Ponta Delgada Airport and touches down at Santa Maria Airport at 7:30PM. Expedia has some amazing flight deals, so check out what's available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from PDL to Santa Maria Airport last minute?
When it comes to booking your flights, being prepared pays off. While you may be able to find a deal on a Ponta Delgada Airport to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA) flight at the last minute, prices usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international flights it's three to four months.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Maria Island from Ponta Delgada?
You have two options when jetting from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island — Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA) and Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). If you choose Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA) you'll be roughly 5 kilometers to the west of downtown Santa Maria Island. Make your way to your hotel, then head out and take in your new surroundings. Sao Lourenco Beach and Pico Alto are just a couple of this destination's awesome attractions.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ponta Delgada Airport to SMA?
Between 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM is the busiest time for SATA - Air Acores flights taking off from Ponta Delgada Airport to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA). Our suggestion? Get up and away early. With air traffic yet to build up around airports, your chances of jumping on a delay-free flight are higher.
Can I change the date of my flight from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA)?
Expedia makes it a breeze to make amendments to your Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA) journey yourself. Just go to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Search for new flights and secure the one that fits your plans. You'll see an estimate of your flight change fee, if applicable. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

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Origin airport
Joao Paulo II
Destination airport
Vila Do Porto
Distance
98 km

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Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island Flights

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