How long is the flight from South Africa to Funchal?

For as low as R15 933, KLM can have you in Funchal from South Africa in 20h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8087 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Funchal one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 770. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Funchal for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Funchal ranges from 3.0 - 109.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 109.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Funchal when rainfall is around 3.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Funchal, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Funchal?

Before booking your flight from South Africa to Funchal, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Lufthansa, KLM or British Airways.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to FNC?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Funchal as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Funchal from South Africa?

If you book a flight to Funchal from South Africa, you will be flying to Madeira, which is the city’s only airport. Funchal Madeira (FNC) is located 14,4 km from the centre of Funchal.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Funchal that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Funchal flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Funchal.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Funchal?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Funchal (average of R14 089). Flying from South Africa to Funchal in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 133). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Funchal?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Funchal is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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6,8

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Funchal from South Africa?
If you book a flight to Funchal from South Africa, you will be flying to Madeira, which is the city’s only airport. Funchal Madeira (FNC) is located 14,4 km from the centre of Funchal.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Funchal?
For as low as R15 933, KLM can have you in Funchal from South Africa in 20h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8087 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Funchal one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 770. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Funchal for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Funchal that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Funchal flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Funchal?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Funchal.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Funchal?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Funchal by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Funchal?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Funchal (average of R14 089). Flying from South Africa to Funchal in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 133). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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