Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Madeira Airport is located in Madeira. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 7 hours behind Madeira.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from FNC to Vancouver. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from FNC to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from Portugal, you will need an ETA to enter Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Madeira Airport to Vancouver for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
To reach FNC from central Madeira, it'll take about 41 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a convenient hotel near FNC? If you've booked an early flight from Madeira Airport to Vancouver, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Madeira Airport to Vancouver is C$476. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$717. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FNC to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Madeira Airport to Vancouver across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap ticket from FNC to Vancouver is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madeira Airport to Vancouver, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 33 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to YVR if you're catching a late flight from Madeira Airport to Vancouver. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Madeira Airport to Vancouver has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 16 minutes.
After your flight from FNC to Vancouver, kick back at a hotel near CXH. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month for flights from Madeira Airport to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Vancouver in May when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Madeira Airport to Vancouver for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from FNC to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Madeira Airport to Vancouver, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Vancouver and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Madeira Airport to Vancouver.
