Pico Airport (Ilhéu de São Roque) is the island airport serving Pico in the Azores. It is a small regional airport with a single terminal that handles inter‑island services and some regional flights to the Portuguese mainland. The facility is compact and oriented to short‑haul island travel.
Terminal Guide for Pico Airport #
There is one small passenger terminal that handles arrivals and departures for inter‑island and occasional mainland services. Walking distances are short and the terminal layout is simple, designed for short stays rather than extended shopping or lounge use.
Getting to and From Pico Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Madalena (roughly 10-15 minutes). Taxis and car hire are the most common onward options; public bus services on Pico are limited and often timed to school schedules and local demand. If you need a specific transfer time (ferry or onward flight), pre‑book a taxi or rental car.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Pico Airport #
Facilities are modest: a small café or snack point, car rental desks and short‑term parking. There are no major lounges and shopping is minimal. Wi‑Fi availability may be limited; check locally or use mobile data. Accessibility is generally straightforward within the compact terminal, but request assistance ahead if needed.
Hotels and Layovers at Pico Airport #
Accommodation is concentrated in Madalena (Pico) and nearby villages; many guesthouses and small hotels are within a short drive of the airport (approximately 10-15 minutes). For layovers, search for lodgings in Madalena or on Pico island; several properties offer airport pickup on request.
Tips for Pico Airport #
- Inter‑island coordination matters. If you’re connecting to ferries or other islands, confirm ferry timetables - island schedules change with season and weather.
- Taxis and car hire are the easiest onward options. Public buses are limited on Pico; arrange transfers or rental in advance during high season.
- Small terminal - services are limited. Bring any essentials with you and download maps/offline info before arrival.
Weather & Climate near Pico Airport #
Pico Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1113 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 12° - 17° | 15° | 152 mm | overcast | 81% | 6.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| February | Acceptable | 12° - 17° | 14° | 112 mm | overcast | 80% | 6.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| March | Good | 12° - 17° | 15° | 99 mm | overcast | 79% | 6.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 13° - 18° | 15° | 76 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 14° - 20° | 17° | 66 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.1h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 22° | 19° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.6h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 25° | 22° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.4h |
| August | Excellent | 20° - 26° | 23° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Very Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 17° - 22° | 20° | 118 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Good | 15° - 20° | 17° | 127 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| December | Acceptable | 13° - 18° | 16° | 142 mm | overcast | 80% | 6.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.4h |
