Direct (nonstop) flights from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)

1 airline flys nonstop from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ponta Delgada (PDL). It's 1,852 miles (2,981 km), about 4h 25m in the air. Operated by Edelweiss Air.

ZRH
Zurich Airport
🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
PDL
Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,852 mi
2,981 km
CO₂/pax
313 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Edelweiss Air
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Edelweiss Air Edelweiss Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Edelweiss Air WK Edelweiss Air
Route
ZRH → PDL
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,852 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores) with one stop · direct emits 313 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZRH OPO (Porto) PDL
Leg 1: 2h 40m (953 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (940 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 345 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → OPO
2h 40m · 953 mi
View ZRH to OPO flights →
Leg 2
OPO → PDL
2h 28m · 940 mi
View OPO to PDL flights →
ZRH CDG (Paris) PDL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (296 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,608 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 352 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → CDG
1h 25m · 296 mi
View ZRH to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → PDL
4h · 1,608 mi
View CDG to PDL flights →
ZRH TER (Terceira) PDL
Leg 1: 4h 40m (1,881 mi) Leg 2: 45m (103 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 362 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → TER
4h 40m · 1,881 mi
View ZRH to TER flights →
Leg 2
TER → PDL
45m · 103 mi
View TER to PDL flights →
ZRH LIS (Lisbon) PDL
Leg 1: 3h (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (902 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 373 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → LIS
3h · 1,072 mi
View ZRH to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → PDL
2h 30m · 902 mi
View LIS to PDL flights →
ZRH FAO (Faro) PDL
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,108 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (975 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 377 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → FAO
2h 50m · 1,108 mi
View ZRH to FAO flights →
Leg 2
FAO → PDL
2h 40m · 975 mi
View FAO to PDL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Ponta Delgada (Azores) (PDL) takes approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,852 miles (2,981 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Just Edelweiss Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Yes. 1 airline: Edelweiss Air.

How far is Zurich from Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

The flight distance from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores) is 1,852 miles (2,981 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Zurich and Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Ponta Delgada (Azores) is 2 hours behind Zurich. (Europe/Zurich vs Atlantic/Azores.)

What type of aircraft flies from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

At 4h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Switzerland to Portugal?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Portugal embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Roughly 313 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,565 km.

Is the return flight from Ponta Delgada (Azores) to Zurich also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Ponta Delgada (Azores)?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zurich Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.