Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport.
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Madeira one hour behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to FNC start from 08:20 — the first with Iberia. The last service of the day is at 16:35 with Iberia. In total, there are four weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MAD to FNC flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Madeira (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is a cinch with Iberia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport.
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and FNC:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport flight is £42. A return plane ticket is currently £92. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to FNC by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from MAD to FNC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on time.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 11 miles from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car to explore Madeira and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Madeira Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is approximately 20 miles from central Madeira. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Madeira in April.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Madeira Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. Around 9 miles south of Madeira, a visit to Câmara de Lobos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
If you want to check out another corner of Portugal, consider São Martinho, about 9 miles south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are among its highlights.
