Pico Airport
Airport Airport
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.
January
January is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
