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There are 3 ways to get from Cork to Funchal by plane, train, or bus

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Fly from Cork Airport
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1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane ORK - FNC
9h 42m
€79–183
Train to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane DUB - FNC
10h 8m
€111–218
Bus to Shannon Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Shannon Airportbus
2. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane SNN - FNC
9h 11m
€94–202

Cork Airport (ORK) to Madeira Airport (FNC) flights

5Weekly Planes

7h 37mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Funchal.

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Distance: 2,257.2 km
Duration: 9h 42m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Funchal, Portugal?

Ryanair, Jet2.com, and two other airlines fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Madeira Airport (FNC) 5 times a week.

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Funchal(opens in a new window), Portugal(opens in a new window)

Funchal is the capital, largest city and the municipal seat of Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal. Because of its high cultural and historical value, Funchal is one of Portugal's main tourist attractions; it is also popular as a destination for New Year's Eve, and it is the leading Portuguese port on cruise liner dockings.

Things to do in Funchal

Pico do Arieiro(Opens in a new window)

Pico do Arieiro, at 1,818 m high, is Madeira island's third highest peak. Most days, visitors can stand and look down on the clouds. The air is fresh and clear and the sun is very bright. On a clear day it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, 30 miles to the north.

Pico Ruivo(Opens in a new window)

Pico Ruivo is the highest peak on the Madeira Islands. It can be reached only by foot, usually either from Pico do Arieiro (3rd highest) after a strenuous hike, or from Achada do Teixeira with a shorter, easier trail. There is an additional trail leading west to Encumeada. Just below the summit is a hut offering simple accommodation and drinks.

Madeira Botanical Garden(Opens in a new window)

Madeira Botanical Garden (Portuguese: Jardim Botânico da Madeira) is a botanical garden in Funchal, Madeira, opened to the public in 1960. The area was previously part of an estate belonging to the family of William Reid, founder of Reid's Hotel.

Cabo Girão(Opens in a new window)

Cabo Girão is a lofty sea cliff located along the southern coast of the island of Madeira, in the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira. Cabo Girão is a popular lookout point, with up to 1800 visitors a day. The location is also a popular starting point for hikers.

Places to stay in Funchal

Casas do Forte do Pico(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

ARTS In Penthouse Apartments Til Sol(Opens in a new window)

8.9Fabulous

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.3Superb

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

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