Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Austin.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AUS to FNC flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between AUS and FNC:
Frankfurt Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport flight is 395 €. A return ticket is currently 733 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from AUS to FNC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AUS to FNC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
81.23% of flights departing from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of AUS.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from central Austin, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near AUS:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Madeira Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Madeira in April.
Lock in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you'd like to visit Madeira during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUS to FNC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Madeira, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Travel about 14 kilometres south to Câmara de Lobos to check off its popular sights. From Plage to Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Portugal, head for São Martinho, about 14 kilometres south of Madeira. Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden are among the biggest draws.