Traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MSP to FNC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSP and FNC:
Logan International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
$322 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. A return flight starts at $758. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from MSP to FNC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights that leave from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MSP:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you're landing on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near FNC:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and explore beyond Madeira's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Madeira Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is roughly 32 kilometers from the center of Madeira. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Madeira in April.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Madeira Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSP to FNC sometime around 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 explored once 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 interested in discovering another well-known destination in Portugal, consider São Martinho, roughly 14 kilometers south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are highlights.
