Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport.
Edinburgh and Madeira are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to FNC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Jet2 offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madeira — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
Jet2 is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to FNC flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and FNC:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Right now, 35 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 70 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to FNC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from EDI to FNC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Pick up 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 popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Madeira Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Madeira Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Madeira in April.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh 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).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Madeira, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Travel about 14 kilometres south to Câmara de Lobos to tick off its top sights. From Plage to Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
São Martinho is another must-experience destination in Portugal and is around 14 kilometres south of Madeira. No trip is complete without a visit to Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden.