Travelling from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
4 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Brussels to Madeira Airport flight.
Madeira Airport is located in Madeira. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Brussels.
You can choose from 3 direct flights a week between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Madeira Airport (FNC). This is the most popular route, with Brussels Airlines offering a 6:50am departure from BRU to FNC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to FNC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).
When leaving from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport with TUI fly.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BRU and FNC is TUI fly.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to FNC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Porto Airport (OPO)
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 71.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider starting your trip from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC) plane ticket with departures from here.
Ryanair has direct flights from Brussels to FNC departing from CRL. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from CRL to FNC.
Ryanair is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Madeira Airport.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport, browse these options when leaving from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to FNC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71.71%.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Madeira Airport rental car. Book your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and venture far and wide through Madeira and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Brussels to Madeira Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC)
R 555 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Madeira Airport. Return flights start from R 1,185. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to FNC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Brussels to Madeira Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Brussels to FNC.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Madeira. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Madeira Airport (FNC), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Brussels to FNC plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madeira to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Madeira Airport in February when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Madeira
Start your Madeira trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Brussels to Madeira Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Madeira should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Madeira Island, Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Balcões Viewpoint.