Car Rental at Ponta Delgada Airport
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Travel Information
Airport travel guide
The capital of the Azores, Ponta Delgada is not often mentioned among the archipelago’s most famous attractions — after all, the real charm of the islands lies not in city streets, but among its volcanic landscapes and rugged beaches. That being said, the Azorean capital can still be an interesting place to explore, especially if you know where to look. And if you get a rental car, that magnificent nature is never too far away, either. With that in mind, these are four of the most interesting attractions in and around Ponta Delgada:
- Whale watching. Located in the Atlantic Ocean nearly halfway between Europe and North America, the Azores is one of the best whale-watching spots on the planet — and many tours take off from Ponta Delgada. Different species of whales have different migration patterns, but generally the warmer time of the year — from May to October roughly — is considered the best period to spot the whales, including the blue whale, the largest mammal on the planet. Find out more about tours by visiting this guide to whale-watching tours.
- São Sebastião Church. Dating back to the mid-16th century, San Sebastian Church is not only one of the oldest buildings in the Azores, but it’s also one of the most beautiful. A mixture of Gothic and other styles, it continues to fulfill its original function to this day but is also open to visitors. Ponta Delgada is home to some other architectural landmarks as well, including the beautiful city gates and city hall.
- Sete Cidades. Located in a deep caldera, a crater-like volcanic depression, Sete Cidades is made up of a number of lakes, including Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul (the Green and Blue Lakes) named after the distinct color of their waters. A truly impressive place to visit, Sete Cidades is just a 35-minute drive northwest of Ponta Delgada and can be easily accessed by car.
- Old Town. Established in the mid-15th century, the city of Ponta Delgada has had a long and varied history, something that is reflected in the look and feel of its old town. The former fishing settlement that grew over centuries is the location of the aforementioned São Sebastião Church, as well as other landmarks like Gates to the City and the three branches of the Carlos Machado Museum.
Top international routes
- Lisbon
- Terceira
- Santa Maria
- Pico
- Horta
- Porto
- Sao Jorge
- Flores
- Funchal
- Graciosa
Main airlines
SATA Air Açores operates flights to other islands in the Azores.
Terminals
Location
The rest of the island of Sao Miguel is within a short driving distance. The furthest point from the airport can be reached in just an hour and a half.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
Micauto and ANC Azores Holidays are located in the city and provide a shuttle or meet and greet service.
Finally, Goldcar provides a shuttle service of which renters can find the pickup point just outside the main hall.
Services and facilities
Nearest gas station
Airport info
Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
- IATA: PDL
- ICAO: LPPD
- Name: Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
- Distance from city: 1.2 miles / 2 km
Top 9 locations near Ponta Delgada Airport
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Map of Car Rental Locations
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Car rental information
Popular suppliers | Ilha Verde, Way2Azores Rent, ANC Azores Holidays.PT, Autatlantis, AddCar |
Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
Lowest price | $2 per day |
Cheapest supplier | ANC Azores Holidays.PT |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Ilha Verde | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Way2Azores Rent | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Ilha Verde | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Way2Azores Rent | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Way2Azores Rent | Fiat Panda | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Ilha Verde | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Micauto | Citroen C3 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
ANC Azores Holidays.PT | Mitsubishi Space Star | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Magic Islands Rent A Car | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Wayzor | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
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