Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
6 hours 38 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport. Madeira is 4 hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Azores Airlines is your gateway to discovering Madeira (and perhaps some other great parts of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you want to break up your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the JFK - FNC route include:
Joao Paulo II Airport
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Portugal, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JFK to FNC.
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
More about Madeira
After locking in your flights from JFK to FNC, you'll need to find a place to stay in Madeira. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Pico do Arieiro and Monte Palace Tropical Garden are just two of the big attractions to put on your Madeira must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sao Tiago Fort.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to central Madeira is around 41 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Complete your Madeira trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Madeira Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Madeira.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport is $387. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $881. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure flight tickets from JFK to FNC, book your trip 4 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madeira. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you want to go to Madeira during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16 ºC and 25 ºC.
Search for flight tickets from JFK to FNC in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9 ºC and 16 ºC on average.