Madeira Airport (FNC)

Passengers pass through passport control if arriving from outside the Schengen zone, collect checked baggage on Level 0, and clear customs before exiting into the main public concourse.

• Disembark via jetbridge or airfield bus directly to the terminal arrivals area.
• Proceed through passport control manned by border authorities if arriving on a non-Schengen flight.
• Follow signage to Level 0 to collect checked luggage from the baggage carousels.
• Clear customs via the green channel (nothing to declare) or red channel (goods to declare).
• Exit into the main public arrivals hall on Level 0 for ground transport and airport services.

• Train

  SAM

  Dedicated airport shuttle connecting the terminal directly to central Funchal and major hotel zones. Departs from outside Level 0 arrivals.

  Time:

  30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €5 single / €8 return

• Taxi

  Licenced Madeira Taxis

  Official metered taxis are available at the taxi rank directly outside the Level 0 arrivals area. Night and luggage surcharges may apply.

  Time:

  20-30 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €30-€40

• Ride-hailing

  Uber / Bolt

  Available via mobile app pick-up at designated areas outside the main terminal building.

  Time:

  20-30 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €20-€35

• Bus

  SAM

  Regional public buses connect the airport with Funchal and eastern coastal villages. Stops are located on the main road outside the terminal.

  Time:

  45-60 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically €1.30-€4.00

• Car rental

  Various Major Operators

  Car rental desks are located inside the arrivals hall on Level 0. Vehicles are parked in adjacent car parking facilities.

  Time:

  20-30 minutes driving

  Typical cost:

  Varies by vehicle class and season

All flight connections take place within the single main terminal building, eliminating the need for inter-terminal transfers.

• Passengers with onward boarding passes and checked-through baggage can follow connection signs airside.
• Self-connecting passengers or those transferring between non-Schengen and Schengen flights must collect baggage and clear border control.
• Allow a minimum transfer window of 90 minutes for international-to-domestic self-connect itineraries.

Free unlimited Wi-Fi is provided throughout the passenger terminal by the airport operator.

• Select the network named 'VINCI Airports' or 'Madeira Airport Wi-Fi'.
• Accept the terms on the portal screen to gain immediate internet access.
• Device charging points are accessible in landside halls and near departure gates.

Cash machines and currency exchange counters are positioned on Level 0 landside and within departures.

• Multibanco ATMs accept major international debit and credit cards for Euro cash withdrawals.
• A currency exchange office operates in the public arrivals area on Level 0.
• Contactless and chip-and-PIN card payments are widely accepted throughout Madeira, though small cash notes are helpful for minor local purchases.

A range of quick-service cafes and dining options are located before and after security.

• Landside options include coffee shops serving light snacks and Portuguese pastries.
• Airside departures host sit-down cafes, grab-and-go food outlets, and local Madeira wine shops.
• Vending machines stocking beverages and snacks are situated near the arrivals hall and gate corridors.

The airport features a single contract lounge in the airside departures zone.

• The ANA Lounge is located on the departures level after security screening.
• Amenities include light refreshments, hot drinks, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating.
• Access is provided to eligible airline status holders, premium passengers, or via pay-on-entry passes.

No hotels are attached directly to the airport terminal, but options exist in nearby Santa Cruz and Machico.

• Hotels in Santa Cruz are approximately 5 minutes away by taxi or bus.
• The widest range of hotels, resorts, and guesthouses is located in Funchal, roughly 20 to 30 minutes away by road.
• Some local hotels provide private airport shuttle transfers upon advance request.

Baggage reclaim carousels and lost luggage desks are located on Level 0 of the terminal.

• Information screens above the carousels display arriving flight numbers and corresponding belts.
• A luggage storage facility (left baggage) is located on Level 0 for short- or long-term storage.
• Report mishandled or missing bags to your airline's ground handling agent desk in the baggage hall before exiting to customs.

Basic family amenities are available to assist travellers with young children.

• Dedicated baby-changing facilities are integrated into main washroom blocks airside and landside.
• Pushchairs and strollers can be taken up to the aircraft door before being checked into the hold.
• A small play space for young children is situated in the main airside departures area.

• Free Wi-Fi
• ATMs
• Currency Exchange
• Car Rental Desks
• Left Luggage Storage
• ANA Lounge
• Tourist Information Desk
• Duty-Free Shops

Local emergency number: 112

• For medical emergencies in the terminal, notify airport staff or visit the First Aid room.
• The national emergency service number across Portugal for police, medical, and fire assistance is 112.
• Report lost or stolen passports to the Police (PSP) airport detachment or your national embassy/consulate.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• https://www.aeroportomadeira.pt/Official airport source
• https://aima.gov.pt/Government source
• https://www.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt/Government source
• https://www.sam.pt/Official transit source
• https://www.sns.gov.pt/Government source