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There are 7 ways to get from Shanghai to Madeira by plane, train, or bus

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Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
best
1. Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane SHA - FNC
22h 12m
€258–1,308
Train to Ningbo Lishe International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbotrain
2. Fly from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane NGB - FNC
28h 21m
€233–1,139
Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane PVG - FNC
22h 49m
€264–1,015
Train to Sunan Shuofang International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Wuxitrain
2. Fly from Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane WUX - FNC
23h 45m
€291–1,421
Bus to Nantong Xingdong Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Shanghai Zongzhan to Jiangsu Tongzhoubus
2. Fly from Nantong Xingdong Airport (NTG) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane NTG - FNC
28h 35m
€298–1,525
Train to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hangzhou Easttrain
2. Fly from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane HGH - FNC
24h 17m
€268–1,327
Train to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Nanjing South Stationtrain
2. Fly from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane NKG - FNC
25h 14m
€292–1,436

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Madeira Airport (FNC) flights

15Weekly Planes

24h 12mAverage Duration

€244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11,672.6 km
Duration: 22h 12m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Madeira, Portugal?

Air China, Iberia, and five other airlines fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Madeira Airport (FNC) twice daily.

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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)

9.3Superb

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)

9.3Superb

OurMadeira - Villa Luzia(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

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