General Information About Madeira Airport

Funchal, capital of Madeira's Portuguese archipelago, features one of the world's most unique airports: Funchal Airport is home to one of the world's most stunning airports despite being close to seawater: due to steep mountains and cliffs along its runway endpoint, no aircraft can use an ILS approach and landing; instead pilots must perform a visual approach flight around the airport before turning 180deg for short final approach before landing safely on short final approach.

Flights to Madeira are popular throughout the year due to its tropical climate with mild winter temperatures and warm springtime days - earning Madeira its popular moniker as "The Island of Eternal Spring" or the "Pearl of the Atlantic."

Traveling to Madeira by Aircraft

Air travel is the easiest and fastest way from mainland Portugal to reach Madeira Island, with multiple daily flights departing Lisbon and Porto for Madeira as well as connecting flights going out from Azores and Ponta Delgada on Canary Islands.

Transfers From and To the Airport

Want a cost-effective transfer between Funchal Airport and your hotel? Consider sharing one. These 45-minute services take guests directly to hotels located within Central Funchal, Machico, Santa Cruz, Camara de Lobos or Canico village.

As soon as you arrive, be sure to locate your driver who will be wearing an envelope bearing your name in the exit area. They are always happy to answer any of your questions about the city or provide assistance should any arise.