Transfer to/from - Madeira Island airport (FNC)

Transportation

Ride-sharing

It is possible to request an Uber vehicle to and from the airport. Pick-up points often vary, so follow the directions on the app to meet your driver.

Bus

SAM's Aerobus service (Tel +351 291 201 151) connects the site to the centre of Funchal (30 minutes) and to Praia Formosa (50 min.), from 8:30 am to 1:45 am. Tickets cost €5.00 and the bus passes through Boa Nova, São João and Estrada Monumental.

There are also different lines offering transport to various locations on the island for €3.35:

20 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico, Portela, Santo Serra
23 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico.
53 & 78 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico, Caramanchao, Portela, Referta, Porto Cruz, Moinhos, Faial
113 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Machico, Caniçal, Baí­a d'Abra
113RS - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico, Moinho Serra, Ribeira Seca
156 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico, Ribeira Seca, Maroços
208 - Funchal, Assomada, Porto Novo, Santa Cruz, Água de Pena, Machico, Maroços, Porto da Cruz, Moinhos, Faial, Larano

Timetables and routes

Rent a Car

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located outside the Arrivals area, on level 0, and the official operator is AITRAM Táxi (Tel +351 291 765 760). The minimum fare is €4.00. Fares are higher (20% more) between 9:00 pm and 6:00 am and on weekends. The journey to Funchal takes about 20 minutes and costs €15.00-18.00.

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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