Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Madeira Airport (FNC): what you need to know
The timezone in Madeira is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Seattle.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SEA to FNC flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SEA and FNC:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Keflavik International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Madeira Airport (FNC)
₹ 41,886 is the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 84,377. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SEA to FNC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination without delay.
To reach Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SEA:
Arriving at Madeira Airport (FNC)
If you're arriving on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FNC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Madeira Airport rental car. Grab a set of 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 reserving your ride from Madeira Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Madeira Airport (FNC) to central Madeira
From Madeira Airport, Madeira is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Madeira Airport (FNC)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Madeira based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Madeira Airport for August if you want to explore Madeira during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SEA to FNC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Madeira is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 14 kilometres south of Madeira, a visit to Câmara de Lobos will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Plage, Miradouro do Ilhéu e as suas paisagens and Lagar da Giesta waterfall.
São Martinho is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 14 kilometres south of Madeira. No journey is complete without a visit to Praça CR7, Ponte Estrada Monumental and Amparo garden.
