Flying from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your options in Washington DC.
Madeira is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Madeira Airport is located in Madeira, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to FNC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to FNC leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and FNC include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to FNC flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Choosing a flight ticket from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC) with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to FNC:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Madeira Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from BWI arrive at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Madeira Airport (FNC)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near FNC and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Madeira Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Madeira Airport is $673. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $841. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to FNC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Washington DC to Madeira Airport ticket.
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Save money on your flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Madeira Airport (FNC), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Washington DC to FNC flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Madeira Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madeira
Start your Madeira trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Madeira Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Madeira when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Madeira Island followed by Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Balcões Viewpoint.