Travelling from Houston to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Madeira is six hours ahead of Houston. Madeira Airport is located in Madeira, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to FNC, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
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London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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When it comes to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can arrive at HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
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79% of flights taking off from Houston Hobby Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
Have a late flight from Houston to Madeira Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near FNC and get cosy, quick:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Houston to Madeira Airport flight.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madeira. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Madeira Airport is R 7,106. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,086. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to FNC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Madeira Airport (FNC)
January is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Madeira Airport (FNC), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Madeira based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Houston to FNC plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Madeira Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madeira
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Madeira right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Houston to Madeira Airport:
Madeira Island and Miradouro de Santa Luzia are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Madeira itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Monte Palace Madeira.
