Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Brussels.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BRU to FNC flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Madeira (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a breeze with Brussels Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Brussels Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for BRU to FNC flights is Brussels Airlines.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BRU and FNC:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Lisbon Airport
Porto Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport flight is 73 €. A return ticket is currently 157 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BRU to FNC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from BRU to FNC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
75% of flights departing from Brussels International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Brussels to Brussels International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BRU:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Consider booking a hotel close to FNC if you're taking a late Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Madeira Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and venture far and wide through Madeira and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madeira Airport about one week ahead.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels International Airport to Madeira Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRU to FNC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. Around 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a trip to Câmara de Lobos will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
São Martinho is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 14 kilometres south of Madeira. No trip is complete without dropping by Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge.