Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Madeira is one hour behind Zurich and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from ZRH to FNC start at 06:10 — the earliest with Edelweiss Air. The last departure is at 14:15 with Edelweiss Air. In total, you can choose from six weekly Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your ZRH to FNC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Edelweiss Air is your ticket to exploring Madeira (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Edelweiss Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
$89 is the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Return flights start from $165. These prices may change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to FNC, book your trip 11 months before your departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to FNC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 69.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Consider staying in a hotel near FNC if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Madeira Airport rental car and explore Madeira and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, Surprice and Magic Islands Rent A Car are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Madeira Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to central Madeira has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madeira. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Madeira Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to FNC around that time if you'd rather travel in 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, popular attractions include Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Portugal, head for São Martinho, roughly 14 kilometers south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are key highlights.
