Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport takes an average of 1 hour 50 minutes. The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is 1 hour ahead of Ponta Delgada.
Every week, there are 9 flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport. If you want to get going as soon as possible, pick the 05:35 Azores Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from PDL to FNC is 21:25 with Azores Airlines.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Azores Airlines runs direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madeira — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PDL and FNC are:
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Portugal. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like an ID card or driver's license. Add them to your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from PDL to FNC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport is R 648. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,668. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from PDL to FNC, reserve your journey 4 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PDL to FNC. There's no need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Joao Paulo II Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Got an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PDL:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near FNC:
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 41 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Madeira based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDL to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Madeira
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Madeira right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from PDL to FNC:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Pico do Arieiro, Monte Palace Tropical Garden and Sao Tiago Fort are highlights which should feature on every Madeira itinerary.
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