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Good to know
- Nearest airport
- João Paulo II Airport (PDL)
- Parking in the centre
- Paid zones
- Region
- Azores
- Population
- 68,809
- City IATA code
- PDL
- Time zone
- Atlantic/Azores
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 12
- Rental companies
- 2
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Where to pick up a car in Ponta Delgada
Rental desks by area, with the distance from the city centre.
João Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Offices 15Further from the centre
Offices 2
Ponta Delgada by car
Ponta Delgada faces the Atlantic from São Miguel, a basalt-trimmed capital of white façades where the weather turns hourly and hydrangeas edge the field walls. Crater lakes, hot springs and pasture fill the island behind it.
Driving in Ponta Delgada
Parking in the centre is paid and marked by zone.
From the airport without a car
Taxis operate from the airport, with a sign at the stop listing destinations. Alternatively, travellers go to the bus stop by the old terminal, where city bus line A and regional buses run into town. The ANC Aerobus shuttle no longer operates.
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Day trips from Ponta Delgada
- Lagoa11 km
- Vila Franca do Campo23 km
Rules of the road in Portugal
- Speed limits
- 50 / 90 / 120 km/h
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- tolls on some motorways
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Portugal: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the right. Speed limits are posted at the roadside and differ between towns, open roads and motorways.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
Where do I park in the centre of Ponta Delgada?
Parking in the centre is paid and marked by zone.
What are the speed limits in Portugal?
50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads, 120 km/h on motorways.
Are the motorways tolled?
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Payment is by card or an electronic tag.
Where can I pick up a rental car in Ponta Delgada?
In the city centre: 10 independent offices. Elsewhere in the city: Europcar and Goldcar. More rental desks are at João Paulo II Airport.