Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Amsterdam.
Flights from AMS to FNC start at 06:00 — the first with Transavia. The last departure is at 17:15 with Transavia. Overall, there are nine weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your AMS to FNC flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Madeira holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Portugal:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is transavia.
Transavia is the most punctual carrier operating AMS to FNC flights, with 76.92% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and FNC:
London Gatwick Airport
Lisbon Airport
London Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport flight is R 1,370. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,359. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to FNC.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and explore beyond Madeira's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Madeira Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madeira Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to FNC in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you'll want to see. Around 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a visit to Câmara de Lobos will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
If there's time to check out another side of Portugal, head for São Martinho, roughly 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge are key highlights.