How to find cheap flights to Madeira Airport (FNC)
C$755 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Madeira Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to FNC, the lowest fare is C$345.
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Score a bargain on tickets to Madeira, where Madeira Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to secure a good deal and have a wider selection of flights to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of scoring cheap flights to Madeira. This will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, as well as different prices.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Madeira, think about taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Madeira Airport by choosing a flight with a stop.
Best time to go to Madeira
The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Madeira is typically May.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to FNC, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
Head to Madeira in August if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to FNC, but also when fares are likely to be more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to travel is January. Lock in your plane tickets to Madeira then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break your vacation, so consider what kind of conditions you prefer to get away in. Madeira is warmest in August, averaging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
February sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 9ºC (48ºF) to 16ºC (61ºF).
July is your safest bet for clearer skies. This is the driest month in Madeira.
November has the wettest weather. You can expect around six days of rainfall if you're heading there then.
Travelling to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Madeira Airport, these major airlines make travelling to Madeira a breeze:
Think about booking your FNC plane ticket with Wizz Air. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 92% of flights to this hub arriving on time.
FNC is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Eager to catch up on sleep after your flight to FNC? These hotels near Madeira Airport offer the ideal place to relax and unwind:
Flights departing from Madeira Airport arrive as planned 73% of the time. This figure provides a snapshot of the airport's overall punctuality.
Madeira Airport is located in Madeira, Autonomous Region of Madeira, Portugal.
Getting to central Madeira from Madeira Airport (FNC)
FNC is about 18 kilometres from central Madeira.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to FNC, it'll take around 25 minutes to get to the centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
A good hotel can make all the difference. Settle in at one of these guest-approved stays in Madeira:
Madeira highlights
Step off your flight to Madeira and make your way to these leading attractions:
Madeira Island: Offering a classic introduction to what the city has to offer, this landmark is around 0.16 kilometres north of the centre.
Monte Palace Tropical Garden: Take some time out here while exploring Madeira. You'll find this park roughly 11 kilometres southeast of the centre.
Monte Palace Madeira: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 11 kilometres southeast of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Madeira experience.
How to get to Caniço from Madeira Airport (FNC)
FNC serves as a gateway to the nearby city of Caniço, which is around 10 kilometres away. The best way to get into town will vary depending on when you travel, so check your options first.
Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Machico
Machico is around 2 kilometres from Madeira Airport if that's where your trip takes you.
Explore more of Portugal
Feel like exploring more? Câmara de Lobos will keep things interesting on your trip through Portugal. It's around 19 kilometres west of Madeira and features Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
São Martinho is another popular destination in Portugal and is roughly 18 kilometres west of Madeira. Set your sights on top attractions like Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge.
Say yes to more adventures in Caniço. Roughly 10 kilometres southwest of Madeira, Cristo Rei, Garajau Partial Nature Reserve and Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau are reason enough to go.