Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira is six hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YYC to FNC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
At the moment, £274 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £624. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YYC to FNC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YYC to FNC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of the departures from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Calgary International Airport is around 10 miles from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Have an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YYC:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Follow your own route with a Madeira Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and chase adventure across Madeira and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madeira Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to the centre of Madeira has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Madeira in April.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYC to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Madeira, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey about 9 miles south to Câmara de Lobos to check off its popular sights. From Plage to Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Portugal, head for São Martinho, roughly 9 miles south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are among its highlights.
