How to travel from Madeira to Olhão, Portugal

The distance between Madeira and Olhão is around 1,206km (749 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 60m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Madeira to Olhão by plane and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out OlhãoMadeira if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Funchal (FNC) to Faro (FAO).

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    €190($190)
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Plane and Train

Fly from Funchal (FNC) to Lisbon (LIS) then take the train to Faro.

  • Duration5h 5m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madeira and Olhão

There are several options for getting from Madeira to Olhão by plane and train. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 5h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €190 ($190).

The distance between Madeira and Olhão is around 1,206km (749 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 959km (596 miles)

It takes around 2h 60m to get from Madeira and Olhão by plane.

The quickest way to get from Madeira to Olhão is to fly which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx €190 ($190).

The cheapest way to travel between Madeira and Olhão is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madeira and Olhão. Flights depart from Funchal (FNC) and arrive at Faro (FAO) - via Lisbon (LIS). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Madeira to Olhão. There is however a flight that goes via Lisbon (LIS). This services will take at least 2h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Madeira to Olhão typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Funchal (FNC) and and arrive into Faro (FAO).

The closest major airport to Olhão is Faro Airport (FAO) (FAO) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Olhão. Lisbon Airport (LIS) (LIS) and Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) (OPO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madeira to Olhão is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 60m and will usually cost around €190 ($190).

How do I get from Madeira to Olhão

Compare travel optionsbetween Madeira and Olhão

Transport options from Madeira to Olhão
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 60m
€190($190)
every 2 hours1,206km (749 miles)
Plane and Train
5h 5m
€105($105)
5 times a day1,283km (797 miles)

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Airlines

Airports near Olhão

The following major airports near Olhão offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Portugal and internationally.

FAO
Faro Airport (FAO)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Olhão
LIS
Lisbon Airport (LIS)
International Airport
Distance
224km (139 miles) from Olhão
OPO
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)
International Airport
Distance
474km (294 miles) from Olhão