Madeira Airport sits on the island's east side, and its crosswinds are a known feature. Private jet charter at Madeira Airport suits jets of every size, because the runway is 2,481 metres and customs is on site 24 hours.
The airport is slot-coordinated with a shortage of aircraft parking, so a parking request is mandatory. Charter-A arranges the aircraft, the slot, the parking and the handler, and confirms timings at booking. Everything is subject to availability.
Flying privately to Madeira
The airport is open 24 hours, but landings and take-offs between 00:00 and 06:00 local are barred by law. Handling runs 04:30 to 00:30, and on request 00:30 to 04:30.
Private passengers are normally met by an executive handler, and Sky Valet has VIP lounges and handles customs liaison, refuelling and catering, 24 hours on request. The runway is 05/23, 2,481 by 45 metres, asphalt and concrete. Strong crosswinds and gusts can limit landings and cause diversions. A parking request is mandatory because parking is short, and Charter-A makes it for you.
Madeira Airport (Funchal) airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (383 KB)Madeira Airport (Funchal) at a glance
| Location | Aeroporto da Madeira, Santa Cruz, Madeira, 9100-101 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LPMA · IATA FNC |
| Region | Madeira, Portugal |
| Nearest city | Funchal — 3–23 km to hotels in the Funchal area |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours, but no landings or take-offs 00:00–06:00 local by law. Handling 04:30–00:30. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site, 24 hours |
| Runway | 05/23 – 2,481 m × 45 m asphalt/concrete |
| Private jets | Yes — runway 2,481 m |
| Handling / FBO | Sky Valet Funchal (ExecuJet) · Omni Handling · Menzies Aviation · Portway |
| Private terminal | Private passengers are met by an executive handler; Sky Valet has VIP lounges and handles customs liaison, refuelling and catering, 24 hours on request. |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | aeroportomadeira.pt |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (ais.nav.pt, execujet.com, en.wikipedia.org). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Funchal
Madeira is an Atlantic island, known for Funchal, its gardens, levada walks and steep coastline. It is 3 to 23 km to hotels in the Funchal area. Charter-A confirms road transfers to your hotel once your trip is planned. Charter-A can advise on road transfers across the island, and will confirm timing once your hotel is fixed.
Private jet flight times to Madeira
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 1,345 nm · 2,490 km | 4 hr 05 min | 3 hr 25 min |
| Manchester | 1,390 nm · 2,570 km | 4 hr 15 min | 3 hr 35 min |
| Edinburgh | 1,505 nm · 2,790 km | 4 hr 35 min | 3 hr 50 min |
| Paris | 1,300 nm · 2,410 km | 4 hr | 3 hr 20 min |
| Geneva | 1,330 nm · 2,460 km | 4 hr 05 min | 3 hr 25 min |
| Nice | 1,305 nm · 2,410 km | 4 hr | 3 hr 20 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Madeira is a sector of about 1,340 nautical miles. Midsize jets and super midsize jets fly it non-stop; smaller jets may add a fuel stop. Heavy jets suit larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Madeira: your questions answered
Is Madeira Airport open at night?
The airport is open 24 hours, but landings and take-offs between 00:00 and 06:00 local are barred by law. Handling runs 04:30 to 00:30.
Is Madeira Airport affected by wind?
Yes. Strong crosswinds and gusts can limit landings and cause diversions. Your crew will brief conditions on the day, and Charter-A will tell you if weather may affect your plan.
Do I need a parking slot at Madeira?
Yes. It is slot-coordinated with a shortage of parking, so a parking request is mandatory. Charter-A arranges the slot and parking request. Charter-A requests both as part of the booking.
How far is Madeira Airport from Funchal hotels?
It is 3 to 23 km to hotels in the Funchal area. Charter-A confirms transfer timing to your hotel when we book your ground arrangements.
How long is the flight from London to Madeira by private jet?
About 4 hr 05 min in a light jet and 3 hr 25 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 1,345 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Madeira Airport (Funchal) I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Madeira Airport (Funchal) is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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