Flying from Vancouver to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Madeira Airport is located in Madeira. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Vancouver to FNC.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Madeira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
72% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 10 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Vancouver to FNC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Madeira Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Madeira Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Get your adventure underway 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Madeira and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Vancouver to Madeira Airport flight.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, central Madeira is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Right now, R 6,221 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Madeira Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,023. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to FNC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Vancouver to Madeira Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Vancouver to FNC.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Vancouver to Madeira Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Madeira. August is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Madeira Airport (FNC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Vancouver to FNC plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madeira to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Madeira Airport in February when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Madeira
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Madeira Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madeira:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Madeira when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Madeira Island followed by Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Monte Palace Madeira.
