Cheap flights from Madeira to Dubai
You will not fly direct between Madeira and Dubai, so every journey involves at least one connection through another airport. The route is served by carriers such as Wizz Air, TAP Portugal, British Airways and Smart Wings among others, which means you can choose between different types of service depending on what matters most to your travel plans.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wizz AirW6 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.4 | 18 Nov 2026 | from $455 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 Smart WingsQS | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 16 Jan 2027 | from $460 | Search 16 Jan 2027 |
 IberiaIB | with a stop | — | 11 Nov 2026 | from $562 | Search 11 Nov 2026 |
 BA EuroFlyerA0 | with a stop | — | 16 Nov 2026 | from $772 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 PortugNI | with a stop | — | 8 Nov 2026 | from $793 | Search 8 Nov 2026 |
 TAP PortugalTP | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 8 Nov 2026 | from $800 | Search 8 Nov 2026 |
 British AirwaysBA | with a stop | — | 11 Nov 2026 | from $836 | Search 11 Nov 2026 |
 Edelweiss AirWK | with a stop | — | 10 Nov 2026 | from $946 | Search 10 Nov 2026 |
 LufthansaLH | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 16 Nov 2026 | from $954 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 Air BalticBT | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 8 Nov 2026 | from $1,041 | Search 8 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: January — from $460.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $807 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $793 | 8 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $891 | 1 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $460 | 16 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $547 | 2 Feb 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $778 | 7 Apr 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $807 | 1 Jun 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Madeira | Madeira FNC | 14 km |
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
February tends to offer lower fares on this route compared with other months throughout the year. The calendar shows prices for October, November, December, January, February and April, while June also has available options. Weekday departures typically cost less than weekend flights, and you might find better deals outside of school holiday periods when demand drops slightly.
Airlines and what to expect
The carriers on this route span different business models that affect what you receive at the gate. Low-cost operators like Wizz Air and Transavia Airlines keep base prices down but charge extra for checked baggage and seat selection. Full-service carriers including British Airways, Iberia and TAP Portugal include more in their standard fare. Smart Wings and BA EuroFlyer sit somewhere between these approaches. All connections involve changing planes at intermediate airports since no direct service exists.
Arriving — Dubai
Dubai offers two main airports for arriving passengers: Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai International Airport, plus a bus station option nearby. Both airports are located some distance from the city centre, meaning you should budget time for ground transportation after landing. Taxi services and public transit connect both terminals to downtown areas, though waiting times can extend during peak arrival periods when multiple international flights touch down simultaneously.
Before you go: United Arab Emirates
- Currency
- AED (DH)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 220 V
- Language
- Arabic
- Emergency number
- 112, 997, 998
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +971
- Internet domain
- .ae, .امارات
- Population of Dubai
- 3.9 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm which airport handles your departure in Madeira since only one serves this route
- Check baggage allowances separately on each ticket if booking connections individually
- Verify visa requirements for the United Arab Emirates before purchasing tickets
- Compare total travel time across different connection options rather than just flight duration
- Consider whether arriving at Al Maktoum or Dubai International better suits your final destination within the city
Frequently asked questions
Madeira – Dubai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $460. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Madeira – Dubai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Wizz Air, Smart Wings, Iberia, BA EuroFlyer, Portug, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa, Air Baltic.
Madeira – Dubai: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Madeira to Dubai?
The distance is about 6,940 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 8 h 55 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Madeira – Dubai?
Madeira: Madeira (FNC). Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB).
What is the time difference between Madeira and Dubai?
Dubai is 4 h ahead of Madeira.