Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport takes an average of 5 hours 55 minutes. The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, making it 2 hours behind Riga.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Madeira (and discovering more of Portugal!) is simple with Air Baltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the RIX - FNC route are:
Porto Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from RIX to FNC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport is $153. The cheapest price for a return flight is $296. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from RIX to FNC by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Riga, Riga International Airport can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
After a handy hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near FNC:
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Madeira. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 41 minutes.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madeira. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you'd like to go to Madeira during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Madeira
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Madeira right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from RIX to FNC:
Pico do Arieiro and Monte Palace Tropical Garden are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Madeira to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sao Tiago Fort.
Complete your Madeira trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Madeira Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe 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.