Title: £54 Cheap Flights from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island (PDL to SMA) - Expedia.co.uk ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_flights_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_flights_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # £54 Cheap Flights from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Santa Maria Island (SMA) [View £54 flight on Wed, 17 Sept 2025](https://expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?trip=oneway&leg1=from:PDL,to:SMA,departure:17/09/2025TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:54.00&airProductToken=AQomCiQI06ABEgMxMDEY71ggkgMopvf3AjDE9_cCOFlAAFgBcgNZU1ASCggBEAEYASoCUzQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Santa Maria Island (SMA-Vila Do Porto) - ![SATA Air Acores](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_SP.svg) SATA Air Acores [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:pdl,to:sma,departure:29/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sma,to:pdl,departure:06/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"SP"}}]) - ## Plan, book, fly with confidence - ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* - ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Cheap Flights from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Santa Maria Island (SMA) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £54 for one-way flights and £92 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Return ![SATA Air Acores](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/SP.gif) Wed, 8 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct PDL São Miguel Island SMA Santa Maria Island £92 Return found 17 hours ago [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:PDL,to:SMA,departure:08/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:SMA,to:PDL,departure:12/10/2025TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:92.00&airProductToken=AQooCiYI06ABEgMxMDcY71ggkgMozen5AjDr6fkCOExAAFgBcgVMQVAzTQooCiYI06ABEgMxMDAYkgMg71go_ZD6AjCbkfoCOExAAFgBcgVMQVAzTRIKCAEQARgBKgJTNBgBIgQIARABKAIoBCgGMAE) 0 Flight from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island route information | Origin airport | Joao Paulo II | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Vila Do Porto | | Airlines serving | SATA Air Acores | | Return price | £92 | | Distance | 98 km | ## Compare flights from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island. Operating between them 4 flights per day, 2 airlines cover the route. And SATA Air Acores fly direct, getting you to Vila Do Porto in just 0hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Joao Paulo II to Vila Do Porto.   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Joao Paulo II (PDL) to Vila Do Porto (SMA) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Joao Paulo II to Vila Do Porto start at just £92 and range up to £92.   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Ponta Delgada and Santa Maria Island - booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria Island flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Joao Paulo II to Vila Do Porto for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.   ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from PDL to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA)? > Based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Ponta Delgada Airport to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA) start from £92. Book now to secure the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Vila Do Porto Airport (SMA)? > Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033). ### How do I find cheap flights from Ponta Delgada Airport to Santa Maria Airport that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for PDL to SMA flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Santa Maria Airport? > With a flight distance of 100 kilometres, it's only a hop from PDL to SMA. It might be a quick one, but it's still worth bringing a good book to read. ### Which airlines fly direct from Ponta Delgada Airport to SMA? > Check out the deals on offer with SATA - Air Acores (SP) if you want to fly straight from PDL to SMA. This carrier operates 43 monthly flights, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel schedule. ### Are Ponta Delgada Airport to Santa Maria Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Ponta Delgada Airport to Santa Maria Airport showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. 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