Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, making Madeira six hours ahead of Edmonton.
To ensure you catch your YEG to FNC flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
$888 is currently the best price for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,695. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from YEG to FNC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YEG to FNC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights that take off from Edmonton International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YEG? If you're catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FNC if you have a late Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Madeira Airport rental car and discover Madeira and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, Surprice and Magic Islands Rent A Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Madeira Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madeira. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. About 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a trip to Câmara de Lobos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
Around 14 kilometres south of Madeira, São Martinho is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden.