Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Every week, there are 16 London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, go for the 06:20 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 14:45 with easyJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to FNC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Madeira (and then exploring more of Portugal!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With 65.43% of its services arriving as scheduled, British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to FNC flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and FNC include:
Porto Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
$46 is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport flight. A return flight starts from $119. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to FNC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LGW to FNC is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Grab a Madeira Airport rental car and discover Madeira and beyond with your own set of wheels. Way 2 azores, Surprice and Magic Islands Rent A Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Madeira Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to the center of Madeira has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you'd like to go to Madeira during its warmest month. 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 LGW to FNC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Câmara de Lobos is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've seen Madeira. Around 14 kilometers away to the south, well-known attractions include Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
If you're looking to explore another side of Portugal, head for São Martinho, about 14 kilometers south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are among its highlights.
