Flying from Seattle to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when organizing your flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport (FNC).
Madeira Airport is located in Madeira. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to FNC.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Seattle to FNC leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Split up your flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and FNC include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can get to LKE from central Seattle in approximately 11 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 23 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to FNC, chill out in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near FNC:
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to central Madeira takes about 41 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Madeira Airport is C$531. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,061. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Seattle to FNC if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Seattle to Madeira Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle to Madeira Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Madeira, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to FNC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport in February when temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Madeira
After booking your flight from Seattle to Madeira Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madeira:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Pico do Arieiro, Monte Palace Tropical Garden and Sao Tiago Fort are major attractions which should be on any good Madeira itinerary.
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