Travelling from Orlando to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Madeira is five hours ahead of Orlando. Madeira Airport is located in Madeira, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to FNC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
March is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Orlando to FNC that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MCO and FNC include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Orlando to Madeira Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Orlando International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 40 kilometres from central Orlando. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to FNC flight:
69% of flights taking off from Orlando Sanford International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Madeira Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Orlando to Madeira Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Central Madeira is around 18 kilometres from Madeira Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Madeira Airport (FNC)
$662 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Madeira Airport. A return flight starts from $1,204. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Orlando to FNC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Orlando to Madeira Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Madeira Airport (FNC)
January is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Madeira Airport (FNC), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Madeira based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Orlando to FNC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madeira to range from 16ºC to 25ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Madeira Airport in February when temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Madeira
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Madeira Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madeira:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Madeira Island, Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Monte Palace Madeira are leading attractions which should be on any good Madeira itinerary.