Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Cardiff.
Your CWL to FNC flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stopover on the CWL to FNC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport flight is $281. A round-trip fare is currently $574. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CWL to FNC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CWL to FNC.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that depart Cardiff Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
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Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Consider staying in a hotel near FNC if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Reserving your vehicle from Madeira Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Cardiff Airport to Madeira Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CWL to FNC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Madeira, now it's time to explore other parts of Portugal. Travel about 14 kilometres south to Câmara de Lobos to tick off its popular sights. From Plage to Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Portugal, consider São Martinho, roughly 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are key reasons to visit.
