Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to FNC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSP and FNC:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
Currently, 319 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 692 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MSP to FNC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights leaving from Minneapolis St Paul Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FNC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, Surprice or Magic Islands Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madeira and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Madeira Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
Madeira Airport to the centre of Madeira has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
August is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Madeira in March.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Madeira Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madeira, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to FNC in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Câmara de Lobos is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen Madeira. Around 14 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Câmara do Lobos Harbour, Baia de Camara de Lobos and Viewpoint of Câmara de Lobos Bay.
São Martinho is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 14 kilometres south of Madeira. No trip is complete without seeing Praça CR7, Lido Promenade and Blandy's Wine Lodge.