Airport
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC)
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is the main gateway to Funchal and the island of Madeira. Compare transfer options from the airport to the city centre, the Estrada Monumental hotel area, Câmara de Lobos, Calheta and other coastal and mountain destinations.
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Luggage
About Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is the main international airport serving Madeira and the surrounding archipelago. Originally opened in 1964, it has grown into the primary gateway to Funchal and the island's coastal and mountain destinations.
Located in Santa Cruz, roughly 16 km northeast of central Funchal, the airport handles domestic and international flights, with strong connections to mainland Portugal and major European cities. Its single terminal building is arranged over several levels, serving arrivals, departures, airlines and passenger facilities.
The airport is known for its dramatic setting between the Atlantic Ocean and the island's hills, and for a runway that was extended on a platform of pillars over the sea. Buses, taxis, private transfers, chauffeur services and rental cars connect the airport with Funchal, resort areas and other parts of the island.
Passengers have access to shops, cafés, restaurants, lounges, free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, baggage services and accessibility support, making it a practical and well-equipped entry point for visitors to Madeira.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport operates through a single passenger terminal serving domestic and international flights, including Schengen and non-Schengen routes. The terminal is organized across several levels, with arrivals and departures handled mainly on Level 0.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport to hotels, resorts and private addresses in Funchal and across Madeira.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, sightseeing or events around Funchal and Madeira.
Car Rental
Rent a car from the airport's car rental area for independent travel around Madeira, from Funchal to coastal villages and mountain routes.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airport, hotels, event venues and destinations across the island.
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