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Porto Santo

A flight to Madeira, then a short hop by plane or a crossing by ferry.

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Porto Santo Airport (PXO)
Vila Baleira

Small airport just north of Vila Baleira with several daily links to Funchal; it also takes diverted planes when wind closes Madeira airport.

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Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)
Santa Cruz, Madeira

Main gateway to the archipelago, with direct flights from many European cities and onward connections to Porto Santo.

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Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Lisbon

Convenient stopover with TAP Air Portugal to Funchal for travellers whose home airport has no direct flight to Madeira.

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Binter
Funchal โ€“ Porto Santo

The airline operates the air link between Madeira and Porto Santo in 15 to 25 minutes, with several flights a day.

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Porto Santo Line โ€“ Lobo Marinho
Funchal โ€“ Porto Santo

The Lobo Marinho ferry links Funchal and Porto Santo in about 2 hours 15 to 2 hours 30, carrying passengers, cars and bikes.

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TAP Air Portugal
Lisbon โ€“ Funchal

The national airline flies between Lisbon and Funchal several times a day, connecting with its European network.

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Tourist tax
Porto Santo

Since February 2025, allow โ‚ฌ2 per night for each guest aged 13 and over, up to seven consecutive nights.

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Cars on the ferry
Funchal โ€“ Porto Santo

The Lobo Marinho carries cars, but many Madeira rental firms forbid it, so get written confirmation before booking.

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Book early in summer
Porto Santo

In July and August the island fills with Madeiran holidaymakers, so book the ferry, car and hotel well in advance.

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