Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Lajes Field Airport (TER): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Terceira Lajes's timezone is UTC-1, making Terceira Lajes one hour behind Porto.
Flights from OPO to TER start at 12:40 — the first with Azores Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:10 with Ryanair. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your OPO to TER flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Terceira Lajes (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering OPO to TER flights. An exceptional 94.12% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight is P957. A return fare right now is P2,047. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OPO to TER.
The cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OPO to TER by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, 74.49% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to OPO:
Arriving at Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TER instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lajes Field Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, Ilha Verde or Goldcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Terceira Lajes and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lajes Field Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lajes Field Airport (TER) to central Terceira Lajes
Lajes Field Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Terceira Lajes. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Terceira Lajes. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Porto Airport to Lajes Field Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Terceira Lajes, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OPO to TER in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Ponta Delgada is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Terceira Lajes. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Terceira Lajes, Lagoa is another favourite stop in Portugal. Start your sightseeing at Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.