Pico Airport - PIX
Pico Airport in Pico Island, Portugal is a public airport operated by SATA Aerodromos. PIX Airport serves the areas of Madalena and Azores. Originally, it was a runway built on a remote island, Pico Island before World War 2., although it did not materialize during this period. Construction of the airport began in May 1976, which includes a terminal building and a runway, under the Portuguese Army. However, it was only completed during the ruling of the Regional Government of the Azores.
Best Time to Visit
Scheduled flights are regularly hosted in the airport daily. Among the major airlines operating in Pico Airport include SATA Air Acores and Azores Airlines. It is often referred to in reviews as a small regional airport with a promising international potential. A stunning view of Mount Pico, the highest mountain and also a stratovolcano can be enjoyed in the airport terminal. Flights to Lisbon, Terceira and Ponta Delgada are the destinations served in the airport. Madalena is a municipality close to the western area of Pico and a great place to taste wine and visit museums.
What to Do & Area Attractions
PIX Airport hotels are not yet available onsite. The nearest accommodation available is 500 meters away - Al - Adega do Terra. Casinha da Avo Jeronima is the next hotel nearest to the terminal at 600 meters away. Alternative hotel is the 4-star Hotel Caravelas, located in Madalena.
Horta Airport (HOR) is the nearest airport closest to PIX Airport at 15 miles. It is followed by Sao Jorge Island Airport (SJZ) at 16 miles away.
On this page it is easy to search for Pico Island, Portugal airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Pico Island, Portugal (PIX) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the PIX airport.
Most of these PIX
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Pico Island, Portugal
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the PIX airport are Museu do Vinho, Gruta das Torres, and Museu do Vinho.
Map of Pico Island, Portugal Hotels
View all Pico Island, Portugal (PIX) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Pico Island, Portugal (PIX) location map.
Weather Forecast for Pico Island, Portugal (PIX)
If you planning to travel to Pico Island, Portugal (PIX), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 6:45 AM.
The temperature feels like 60.45 with a humidity level of 90 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 55 percent with visibility at 9.8 percent.
Today’s UV index is 6, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 11 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 8:49 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/7
Heavy rain
61°F
High: 63°F
Low: 57°F
Precipitation: 90%
Wednesday
5/8
Light shower rain
61°F
High: 65°F
Low: 56°F
Precipitation: 70%
Thursday
5/9
Scattered clouds
60°F
High: 66°F
Low: 57°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
5/10
Scattered clouds
60°F
High: 64°F
Low: 60°F
Precipitation: 20%
Saturday
5/11
Broken clouds
63°F
High: 67°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
5/12
Broken clouds
62°F
High: 63°F
Low: 58°F
Precipitation: 25%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Pico Island, Portugal PIX airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free PIX airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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