Flights from Glasgow to Madeira

November tends to be the cheapest month on this route according to available data. The winter period from December through February sees regular service though prices shift toward the end of January. Spring brings more options as flights resume in March, April and May, while summer months from June onward carry higher demand around school holidays.

Direct services come from Jet2 and Easyjet along with British Airways through BA CityFlyer. European carriers like KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Norwegian require connections through Amsterdam or Oslo respectively. Icelandair typically routes passengers via Reykjavik, adding extra travel time but sometimes offering competitive fares depending on the season.

Madeira Airport sits just a few miles from Funchal, making ground transfers straightforward. Taxis wait outside arrivals while local buses connect to central areas and surrounding towns throughout the day. Allow extra time during peak periods when queues form at immigration counters for non-EU passengers.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Portuguese

Emergency number

112

Driving side

right

Calling code

+351

Internet domain

.pt

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Madeira

112 k (2023)

Time zone

UTC+00 (Europe/Lisbon)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm which terminal operates your departure flight at Glasgow International before arriving
• Check baggage allowance on low-cost carriers as fees apply separately from base fare
• Verify that connecting flights are booked together rather than on separate tickets
• Ensure your passport validity meets Portugal entry requirements before travelling
• Consider travel insurance covering delays specific to seasonal weather patterns