Travelling from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC) out of here.
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Reykjavik to Madeira Airport flight.
Reykjavik and Madeira (where Madeira Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Reykjavik to FNC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Take the express route from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport with Fly Play. This popular carrier operates departures from KEF.
Fly Play ranks first in bookings for flights from KEF to FNC.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to FNC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
The journey from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Keflavik Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Keflavik Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kms (1 mile) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport the day before your Reykjavik to FNC flight:
Reykjavik Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 81% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Reykjavik to Madeira Airport flight.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles) from central Madeira. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Currently, £124 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £267. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to FNC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Reykjavik to Madeira Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Reykjavik to FNC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC)
August is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport (FNC). Plan your visit to Madeira in January for a quieter experience.
Book a Reykjavik to FNC plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madeira to range from 16ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Madeira
After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Madeira Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madeira:
Madeira Island and Miradouro de Santa Luzia are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Madeira travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Monte Palace Madeira.
