Flights to The Azores Islands

If the Azores is on your travel radar, you’re probably starting to ask yourself what is the best way to get to the Azores? This stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more accessible than you might think. Whether you’re planning a relaxing getaway or a multi-island adventure, here's the scoop on all things related to flights to the Azores…

For most travellers, the main entry point into the Azores is Ponta Delgada, located on São Miguel Island. It’s the largest city in the Azores and offers a great starting point for your island adventure. From here, you can easily connect to other islands in the archipelago, thanks to local airlines like SATA Azores Airlines.

Direct Flights from the UK to Azores in 2026

We will connect your flights from any UK reginal airport to the Azores so no need to worry where in the UK you live. 

If you’re jetting off from the UK, you’re in luck! During the summer months, there are direct Azores flights to Ponta Delgada.  This summer 2026 there are direct non stop flights duration 4 hours from  Stansted with Ryan Air flights to the Azores leaving weekly on  Tuesday April through October and  London Heathrow with BA direct flights weekly on Saturday April through to September.  From other UK airports connections are available via Lisbon or Porto

Heathrow Saturday departs 12:20 arrive PDL  15:30   return  16:30  arrive 21:15

Stansted Tuesday  departs 09:35  arrives 12:55  return 13:20 arrives 18:20

These flights make it super easy to get to the Azores without any long layovers. Plus, the convenience of flying direct means you’ll spend more time soaking up those beautiful island vibes and less time in transit.

If you’re coming from across the Atlantic, there are non-stop flights available from major US cities including Boston and New York. Both cities offer direct flights to Ponta Delgada. It’s a great option for US travellers looking to dive straight into their Azorean adventure.

No matter where you're flying from, there’s always a way to reach the Azores. For those coming from other locations, you’ll typically make a connection in Lisbon. Lisbon is a major hub, and from there, it’s a straightforward, one-stop flight to the Azores.

Once you’ve arrived in the Azores, getting around is super easy. SATA Azores Airlines connects all nine islands, making it easy to hop from one island to another. If you’re planning a multi-island Azores holiday, rest assured that Azores flights between islands are included in most of our Azores package holidays!

Looking to book flights to Azores? We’ve got you covered. We can arrange Azores holidays from most UK airports, so you can start your Azorean journey with ease. Get in touch with the team today at info@azoresholidays.com to start your adventure.