Travelling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.
Belfast and Madeira share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your BFS to FNC flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jet2 offers direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madeira — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering BFS to FNC flights. A reliable 87.5% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BFS and FNC:
Glasgow International Airport
Stansted Airport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
£39 is the best price for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Return flights start at £84. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from BFS to FNC by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Landing cheap flights from BFS to FNC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.
Belfast International Airport is about 20 miles from central Belfast. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours.
Booked an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BFS:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
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 and explore beyond Madeira's main sights.
Booking your ride from Madeira Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madeira. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Belfast International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you'd like to go to Madeira during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BFS to FNC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Câmara de Lobos is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Madeira. Around 9 miles away to the south, well-known attractions include Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
Around 9 miles south of Madeira, São Martinho is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden.
