Horta Airport - Flight Information and Guide (HOR)

Horta Airport serves Faial Island in the central Azores, a historic meeting point for transatlantic sailors and yachtsmen.

Located approximately 10 minutes from Horta town center, a departure point for excursions to the Capelinhos volcano.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.aeroportohorta.pt/pt/hor/home

How to get to Horta Airport

Horta city centre is about 10 minutes from the airport by taxi.

By Car

Visitors arriving by car reach Horta city centre in approximately 10 minutes.

By Train

The airport remains outside the railway network.

By Bus

A bus service (EVT) connects the airport to the city centre of Horta.

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Tips The famous marina of Horta, a historic stop on Atlantic crossings, is known for murals painted by passing ship crews: a must-see for sailing enthusiasts.

Average travel time to HOR

TrainNot available

Shuttle busAvailable service (EVT)

Taxi / Private hire10 minutes (low fares)

Parking near Horta Airport

The parking, not large, is positioned in front of the terminal.

Rates align with the standards of an island destination.

How to get to Horta from HOR

By Train

The airport remains outside the rail network.

By Bus

A bus service (EVT) connects the airport to the city center of Horta.

By Taxi

Taxi fares to the city center are generally modest given the short distance (about 10 minutes).

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Car rental at Horta Airport

Several car rental companies have counters in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the island and the Capelinhos volcano.

EU citizens only need their national driving license, plus passport and credit card.

Hotels near Horta Airport

Horta airport is 9.5 km southwest of the centre, the longest transfer among all the minor Azores islands: a taxi (queue at the arrivals exit) takes 10-15 minutes, even 20-30 at peak times, for €15-20. There are no dedicated shuttles, so anyone arriving or departing always has to factor this into their layover time. On the plus side, once in the centre, Horta's marina, Peter's Café Sport and the ferry terminal for Pico and São Jorge are all within walking distance.

City centre

Horta and the marina

The airport is 9.5 km southwest of the centre; the taxi takes 10-15 minutes (longer at peak times) for €15-20, with no dedicated shuttles.

Best for: Those who want Horta's marina, Peter's Café Sport and the ferry to Pico within easy reach.

Pros

Marina, Peter's Café Sport and the sailors' murals within walking distance
Ferry terminal for Pico and São Jorge just a few steps away

Cons

The airport is the farthest from the centre among the Azores' minor islands: a taxi is always needed
In high season taxis can be slow to arrive: build in a margin so as not to miss the flight

Recommended hotels

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Airport services

The airport serves Faial, a historic meeting point for transatlantic navigators, with connections to the other Azores and mainland Portugal.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area is compact in scale.

Lounges & relaxation

No VIP lounges are currently operational at this airport.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Travelers in the terminal's common areas can rely on Wi-Fi.

Families & Children

Families with children can count on a minimal but present service.

Terminal guide

The terminal, of modest size, handles flights to mainland Portugal and the other Azores islands.

The recommended safety margin for flights is 2 hours.

Map of Horta Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Why is Horta's marina famous?

It is a historic stopover for transatlantic sailing crossings, known for the murals painted by passing crews over the decades, a genuine open-air gallery.