Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
Madeira's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Madeira four hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Give yourself enough time to make your PHL to FNC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PHL and FNC include:
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,601 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 3,596. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHL to FNC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from PHL to FNC is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FNC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car to explore Madeira and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Madeira Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Madeira based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you want to go to Madeira during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PHL to FNC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a trip to Câmara de Lobos will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
São Martinho is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 14 kilometres south of Madeira. No journey is complete without dropping by Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden.