Flying from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Newcastle.
Leave enough time to catch your NCL to FNC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Travelling to Madeira (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is a snap with Jet2. This popular airline has direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Among carriers operating NCL to FNC flights, Jet2 has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between NCL and FNC:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Rs12,656 is currently the best price for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs27,372. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from NCL to FNC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from NCL to FNC.
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Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NCL)
Newcastle Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from NCL land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Central Newcastle to Newcastle Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near NCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Book a hotel near FNC if you have a late Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route 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.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Madeira Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Madeira. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Madeira. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Newcastle Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from NCL to FNC in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you'll want to see. About 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a visit to Câmara de Lobos will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Portugal, consider São Martinho, about 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge are the start of reasons to visit.