Madeira Airport (FNC)

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Madeira International Airport Cristiano Ronaldo (IATA: FNC; ICAO: LPMA), commonly known as Madeira Airport or Funchal Airport, is the main international airport in the autonomous region and archipelago of Madeira.

Madeira Airport is located in Santa Cruz parish, 14 km (8 miles) from its regional capital, Funchal. It is the fourth busiest airport in Portugal and the main gateway to Madeira islands. The airport is a focus city for TAP Air Portugal.

Madeira Airport is the main international airport of Madeira archipelago.
Madeira Airport consists of a single terminal.
Madeira is a Portuguese autonomous region located in the north Atlantic Ocean.

Madeira Airport (FNC), also known as Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport, is renowned for its challenging location and impressive engineering. Built in 1964, the airport is situated between mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, making its construction and operations uniquely difficult. The terminal building and runway represent remarkable achievements in aviation infrastructure.

During 2024, Madeira Airport achieved a significant milestone, surpassing five million passengers for the first time. This growth reflects consistent increases in passenger traffic throughout the year. In the first half of 2024 alone, Madeira airports handled 2.4 million passengers, marking a 4.2% year-on-year increase compared to 2023. Aircraft occupancy rates also improved, with Madeira Airport reaching 87.4%, up from 83.9% the previous year

Terminal +info

Madeira International Airport features a single terminal building equipped with 40 check-in desks and 16 boarding gates, capable of handling up to 3.5 million passengers annually, offering a range of modern facilities and services to support its role as a key gateway to the island.

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In this section you can find information and opinions/ratings about the airport:

-Our Review of Madeira Airport

-Pros and Cons of Cristiano Ronaldo Airport

-Mini-Guide of the Airport (2’ Guide)

-Other reviews

-Some Stats

Transport +info

Madeira Airport is equipped with the following transport options:

Bus: Several public transportation lines and the Aerobus gets to Funchal from the airport.

Taxi: The trip to Funchal by taxi takes 20 minutes.

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Contact

Address:
9100-105 Santa Cruz,
Madeira
PORTUGAL

Phone:
+351 291 520 700

E-mail:
madeira.airports@ana.pt

Official Website:
https://www.aeropuertomadeira.pt/

About Madeira

Madeira, a Portuguese archipelago in the North Atlantic, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, subtropical climate, and rich cultural heritage. Located 400 km north of the Canary Islands and 1,000 km southwest of Lisbon, Madeira consists of four islands: Madeira, Porto Santo, Desertas, and Selvagens. The largest island, Madeira, features dramatic volcanic peaks, lush forests, and rugged coastlines.

Funchal, the capital, offers a blend of colonial architecture and modern attractions. Visitors can explore the Mercado dos Lavradores for exotic fruits and local crafts or ride the cable car to Monte Palace Tropical Garden. Madeira’s subtropical climate ensures pleasant weather year-round, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking along its famous *levadas*—irrigation channels that double as scenic trails. Popular routes include Levada do Caldeirão Verde and Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest peak.