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There are 2 ways to get from Palma to Madeira by plane or car ferry

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Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport
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1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane PMI - FNC
7h 54m
€97–202
Car ferry to Ibiza Airport, fly
1. Take the car ferry from Port de Palma de Mallorca to Port of Ibizacarferry
2. Fly from Ibiza Airport (IBZ) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane IBZ - FNC
10h 29m
€175–341

Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Madeira Airport (FNC) flights

6Weekly Planes

6h 31mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,916.1 km
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Palma, Spain and Madeira, Portugal?

Iberia, TAP Portugal, and five other airlines fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Madeira Airport (FNC) 6 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)

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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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