Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zurich one hour ahead of Madeira.
Every week, there are four Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, take the 10:05 Edelweiss Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:05 with Edelweiss Air.
Your FNC to ZRH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Edelweiss air is your ticket to exploring Zurich (and perhaps some other great corners of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this airline.
Edelweiss air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FNC and ZRH:
Lisbon Airport
Porto Airport
Cologne Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport flight is 68 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 186 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from FNC to ZRH.
The cheapest month for flights from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FNC to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
Of all flights leaving Madeira Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Madeira Airport from central Madeira, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to FNC:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Zurich. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zurich. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Madeira Airport to Zurich Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FNC to ZRH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its must-visit sights. From Art Basel to Basel Minster and Muensterplatz, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.