Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Madeira four hours ahead of Charlotte.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to FNC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and FNC:
Logan International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Rs86,327 is currently the best price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs132,465. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from CLT to FNC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CLT to FNC.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Charlotte Douglas 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 Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CLT:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you're landing on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near FNC:
Travel at your own speed with a Madeira Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and venture far and wide through Madeira and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madeira Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to the centre of Madeira has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Madeira in April.
The warmest month in Madeira is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Madeira Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLT to FNC in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. Around 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a trip to Câmara de Lobos will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Portugal, consider São Martinho, roughly 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are highlights.
