FNC - Madeira Airport
Funchal, Portugal
IATA Code: FNC · Funchal, Portugal
The airport code FNC is the IATA identifier for Madeira Airport. You may also find it referred to as Funchal Airport (FNC).
Madeira Airport (FNC) serves Funchal, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FNC is the IATA airport code for Madeira Airport, located in Funchal, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.6979°N, 16.7745°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- FNC
- City
- Funchal
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Europe/Lisbon
- Latitude
- 32.6979°
- Longitude
- -16.7745°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FNC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PXO - Porto Santo | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 471 km | $7,267 | $15/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 515 km | $7,945 | $16/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 518 km | $7,992 | $16/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 546 km | $8,424 | $17/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 548 km | $8,455 | $17/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 553 km | $8,532 | $17/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 684 km | $10,553 | $21/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 705 km | $10,877 | $22/passenger |
| TTA - Tan Tan | 715 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 746 km | $11,509 | $23/passenger |
| SMW - Smara | 825 km | $12,728 | $25/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 831 km | $12,821 | $26/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 859 km | $13,253 | $27/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 895 km | $13,808 | $28/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 895 km | $13,808 | $28/passenger |
| SMA - Santa Maria (island) | 901 km | $13,901 | $28/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 936 km | $14,441 | $29/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 942 km | $14,533 | $29/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 947 km | $14,610 | $29/passenger |
| OZZ - Ouarzazate | 952 km | $14,687 | $29/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 960 km | $14,811 | $30/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 965 km | $14,888 | $30/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 980 km | $15,119 | $30/passenger |
| BEM - Beni Mellal | 980 km | $15,119 | $30/passenger |
| PDL - Ponta Delgada | 985 km | $15,197 | $30/passenger |
| TIN - Tindouf | 996 km | $15,366 | $31/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 999 km | $15,413 | $31/passenger |
| VIL - Dakhla | 1,002 km | $15,459 | $31/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 1,049 km | $16,184 | $32/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 1,053 km | $16,246 | $32/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 1,054 km | $16,261 | $33/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 1,061 km | $16,369 | $33/passenger |
| OZG - Zagora | 1,067 km | $16,462 | $33/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 1,077 km | $16,616 | $33/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 1,101 km | $16,986 | $34/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 1,104 km | $17,033 | $34/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 1,107 km | $17,079 | $34/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 1,115 km | $17,202 | $34/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 1,120 km | $17,279 | $35/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 1,130 km | $17,434 | $35/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 1,131 km | $17,449 | $35/passenger |
| TER - Lajes (terceira Island) | 1,148 km | $17,711 | $35/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 1,165 km | $17,974 | $36/passenger |
| OUZ - Zouerat | 1,183 km | $18,251 | $37/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 1,191 km | $18,375 | $37/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 1,192 km | $18,390 | $37/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 1,205 km | $18,591 | $37/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FNC Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from FNC
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Funchal
Funchal enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through FNC
As a European airport, FNC falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via FNC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Madeira Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FNC
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to FNC are PXO, SPC, TFN — consider these for potentially lower fares