Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Madeira is one hour behind Madrid and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAD to FNC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Iberia has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Madeira — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier that offers MAD to FNC flights. An exceptional 80.0% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAD and FNC:
Lisbon Airport
Malaga Airport
Porto Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
At the moment, £41 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £94. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to FNC.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAD to FNC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kms (8 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAD:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Consider staying in a hotel near FNC if you're taking a late Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and explore beyond Madeira's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Madeira Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
August is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Madeira in March.
When booking your flight from Madrid Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Câmara de Lobos is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Madeira. Around 14 kms (9 miles) away to the south, check out popular attractions including Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
Around 14 kms (9 miles) south of Madeira, São Martinho is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge.