Travelling from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Belfast has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC) flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Take off on a direct Belfast to Madeira Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours.
Madeira (where Madeira Airport is located) and Belfast share the UTC+0 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Your flight from Belfast to FNC won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC) leave from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport with Jet2. This popular carrier operates services from BFS.
Jet2 is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BFS to FNC.
With an impressive 87.5% of services arriving on schedule, Jet2 is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Belfast to FNC that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BFS and FNC include:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights complete their journey on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and FNC:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to FNC flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near FNC and get cosy, quick:
Go where the road takes you with a Madeira Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and experience more of Madeira and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Belfast to Madeira Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Currently, RM169 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Madeira Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM513. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Belfast to FNC by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Belfast to Madeira Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport (FNC). July is the busiest month to travel to Madeira. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Belfast to FNC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Madeira Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Madeira
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madeira right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Madeira Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Madeira when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Madeira Island followed by Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Balcões Viewpoint.