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There are 2 ways to get from Washington to Madeira by plane or subway

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
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1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane DCA - FNC
10h 11m
€425–1,601
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Madeira Airport (FNC)plane IAD - FNC
13h 13m
€219–864

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Madeira Airport (FNC) flights

13Weekly Planes

12h 18mAverage Duration

€418Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,384.4 km
Duration: 10h 11m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Madeira, Portugal?

United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Azores Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) 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 FORTE DO PICO by brugrani(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

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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