Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, making Madeira one hour behind Nice.
Your NCE to FNC flight 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 for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between NCE and FNC:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Right now, R 1,686 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,802. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NCE to FNC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from NCE to FNC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
74.5% of flights that depart Cote D'Azur Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Nice to Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near NCE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you have a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near FNC:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car to explore Madeira and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Madeira Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Madeira. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madeira. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Madeira Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NCE to FNC in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Madeira, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Travel around 14 kilometres south to Câmara de Lobos to tick off its top attractions. From Plage to Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Portugal, head for São Martinho, about 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are among its highlights.
