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  • Funchal sunset

    Tourist Information

    Funchal, Madeira

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Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC)

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC)

Madeira has one airport: Aeroporto da Madeira — also known as Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport or Funchal Airport, located 20 kilometres from the city centre. You can take the Aerobus shuttle, which departs from the Arrivals area to Formosa beach and the city centre. It stops near numerous hotels and can be used every day of the week. Usually, the Aerobus departs every 45 minutes; be sure to check the schedule for the exact routes and times. Tickets can be bought when entering the bus. You can also take a taxi. They are located in the Arrivals section on the ground floor. On weekdays, the prices of trips from the airport increase by 20% if it's between 9pm and 6am. Travelling with baggage comes at an extra fee.
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Passport & Visa

Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Portugal, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.
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Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Madeira is known for its warm Mediterranean climate, which means that temperatures are high all year round and never drop below 14 degrees. If you are a sun-worshipper, visit during July and August, when the temperature is around 25 degrees. If you are planning to do a lot of hiking and other physical activities, visit the island during April and May. Later, it could be too hot to enjoy hiking, and after the summer it can get quite rainy. In the spring you can see beautiful gardens at their best.
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