How to get fromCosta Rica to Madeiraby plane, taxi, shuttle, bus or ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Costa Rica to Madeira by plane, taxi, shuttle, bus, or ferry

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Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane SJO - FNC
19h 35m
€308–1,208
Ferry to Cobano, fly
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Puntarenas to Paqueraferry
2. Fly from Cobano (ACO) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane ACO - FNC
25h 6m
€292–1,249
Fly from Limón International Airport
1. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane LIO - FNC
33h 13m
€306–1,218
Taxi to Quepos La Managua Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from San Isidro to Quepos-Airport-XQPtaxi
2. Fly from Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane XQP - FNC
33h 4m
€410–1,341
Shuttle, bus to David, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Uvitashuttle
2. Take the bus from Uvita to Davidbus
3. Fly from David (DAV) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane DAV - FNC
36h 23m
€834–2,039
Shuttle, shuttle to Liberia International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Puntarenas to Monteverdeshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Liberia Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane LIR - FNC
20h 24m
€893–2,728

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Madeira Airport (FNC) flights

3Weekly Planes

16h 50mAverage Duration

€304Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7,309.1 km
Duration: 19h 35m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Madeira, Portugal?

United Airlines flies from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Madeira Airport (FNC) 3 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

€506

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

9.6Exceptional

€350

Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa(Opens in a new window)

9.6Exceptional

€227

The Vine(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

€309

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.6Exceptional

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