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Sé do Funchal

Funchal, Portugal

Funchal: airports, things to do and where to stay

Funchal is the capital of Madeira, a city rising in an amphitheatre from the harbour to the hills. It combines a lively old town, subtropical gardens and markets, and is the usual base for exploring the island.

Funchal airports

Terminal façade with its "Aeroporto da Madeira" sign
FNC

Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo

Funchal, Portugal

  • 14 km to the centre
  • 1 terminal

From the airport to central Funchal

Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo airport is about 14 km from central Funchal.

Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)

Funchal

Things to do in Funchal

Sé do Funchal

Sé do Funchal

A 16th-century cathedral in dark volcanic stone, with a Mudéjar ceiling of cedar wood inside.

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Mercado dos Lavradores

Mercado dos Lavradores

The municipal market, with stalls of tropical fruit, flowers and fish, in an Art Deco building from 1940.

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Zona Velha

Zona Velha

The old town around Rua de Santa Maria, with cobbled streets, restaurants and doors painted by artists.

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Teleférico do Funchal

Teleférico do Funchal

A cable car that climbs over the city's rooftops to Monte, with views of Funchal and the bay.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airport serves Funchal?

Funchal is served by Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo (FNC).

How far is the airport from central Funchal?

Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo airport is about 14 km from central Funchal.

How do I get from the airport to central Funchal?

From Madeira-Cristiano Ronaldo airport you can take Funchal-Aeroporto (bus), Santa Cruz y Machico (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Funchal?

Highlights of Funchal include Sé do Funchal, Mercado dos Lavradores, Zona Velha, and Teleférico do Funchal.

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