PDL - João Paulo II Airport
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
IATA Code: PDL · Ponta Delgada, Portugal
The airport code PDL is the IATA identifier for João Paulo II Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL).
João Paulo II Airport (PDL) serves Ponta Delgada, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PDL is the IATA airport code for João Paulo II Airport, located in Ponta Delgada, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.7412°N, 25.6979°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PDL
- City
- Ponta Delgada
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Azores
- Latitude
- 37.7412°
- Longitude
- -25.6979°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PDL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMA - Santa Maria (island) | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| TER - Lajes (terceira Island) | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| SJZ - Sao Jorge Island | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| GRW - Graciosa Island | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| PIX - Pico | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| HOR - Horta | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| FLW - Flores | 509 km | $7,853 | $16/passenger |
| CVU - Corvo | 517 km | $7,976 | $16/passenger |
| FNC - Funchal | 985 km | $15,197 | $30/passenger |
| PXO - Porto Santo | 993 km | $15,320 | $31/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 1,253 km | $19,331 | $39/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 1,322 km | $20,396 | $41/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 1,338 km | $20,643 | $41/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 1,347 km | $20,782 | $42/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 1,373 km | $21,183 | $42/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 1,430 km | $22,062 | $44/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 1,449 km | $22,355 | $45/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 1,453 km | $22,417 | $45/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 1,458 km | $22,494 | $45/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 1,473 km | $22,725 | $45/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 1,487 km | $22,941 | $46/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 1,508 km | $23,265 | $47/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 1,509 km | $23,281 | $47/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 1,510 km | $23,296 | $47/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 1,534 km | $23,667 | $47/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 1,535 km | $23,682 | $47/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 1,557 km | $24,021 | $48/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 1,566 km | $24,160 | $48/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 1,567 km | $24,176 | $48/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 1,570 km | $24,222 | $48/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 1,585 km | $24,453 | $49/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 1,588 km | $24,500 | $49/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 1,624 km | $25,055 | $50/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 1,649 km | $25,441 | $51/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 1,658 km | $25,580 | $51/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 1,682 km | $25,950 | $52/passenger |
| TTA - Tan Tan | 1,700 km | $26,228 | $52/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 1,706 km | $26,320 | $53/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 1,709 km | $26,366 | $53/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 1,715 km | $26,459 | $53/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 1,726 km | $26,629 | $53/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 1,739 km | $26,829 | $54/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 1,742 km | $26,876 | $54/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 1,750 km | $26,999 | $54/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 1,752 km | $27,030 | $54/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 1,757 km | $27,107 | $54/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 1,769 km | $27,292 | $55/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 1,770 km | $27,308 | $55/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 1,774 km | $27,369 | $55/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 1,775 km | $27,385 | $55/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PDL Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from PDL
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PDL
PDL provides air connectivity for Ponta Delgada, Portugal. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via PDL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at João Paulo II Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PDL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PDL are SMA, TER, SJZ — consider these for potentially lower fares