Cheap flights from Des Moines to Funchal from £379

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Funchal from £379

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3 stops
Sun, Aug 2
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£379
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3 stops
Sun, Aug 2
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£381
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3 stops
Sun, Aug 2
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£415
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2 stops
Sun, Aug 2
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£416
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2 stops
Thu, Jul 30
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£459
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2 stops
Thu, Jul 30
Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£463
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£941
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£1,015
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Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£1,017
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Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£1,078
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Des Moines DSMFunchal FNC
£1,087
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How much do flights to Funchal cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£379

Cheapest round-trip

£941

Average round-trip

£978

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from Funchal airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: Aerobus shuttle or public bus.

Funchal is served by Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), located 16 km east of the city center on the island of Madeira. The airport offers several airport transfers to city center options including the dedicated Aerobus shuttle, public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, private transfers, and rental cars. Journey times typically range from 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your chosen transport method. The scenic coastal route into Funchal passes through tunnels carved into the volcanic landscape.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

30-45 min

€5 – €8; single or return ticket

every 30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers to hotels

35-50 min

€2 – €4; Giro card or cash fare

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

20-35 min

€25 – €40; metered; night/weekend surcharge may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-35 min

€18 – €35; varies with demand

on-demand (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

20-30 min

€30 – €60; pre-booked; fixed price

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or guaranteed pickup

20-30 min

€25 – €60; per day; varies by provider

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring the island

Notes:

  • Prices in EUR (€); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The Aerobus shuttle stops at major hotel zones in Funchal; check if your accommodation is on the route.
  • Taxis use meters; confirm the fare before departure or request an estimate.
  • Road traffic can affect journey times, especially during cruise ship arrivals.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Funchal

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
Cristiano Ronaldo International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Funchal

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
RyanairRYRFRNo
easyJetEZYU2Yes
TAP PortugalTAPTPNo
Aer LingusEINEINo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Funchal

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January14°C12°C
February14°C11°C
March14°C11°C
April15°C12°C
May17°C14°C
June19°C15°C
July22°C18°C
August23°C18°C
September21°C18°C
October20°C17°C
November17°C14°C
December15°C13°C
Hottest Month
23°C
August
Coldest month
11°C
February
Sunny days
330
days per year

14 day forecast

Monday
13 Jul
51%
21°C19°C
20 Jul
11%
22°C19°C
Tuesday
14 Jul
13%
22°C19°C
21 Jul
22°C18°C
Wednesday
15 Jul
23°C20°C
22 Jul
23°C18°C
Thursday
16 Jul
11%
23°C20°C
23 Jul
24°C19°C
Friday
17 Jul
20%
23°C20°C
24 Jul
24°C19°C
Saturday
18 Jul
22°C19°C
25 Jul
24°C20°C
Sunday
19 Jul
11%
23°C19°C
26 Jul
26°C21°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, Ryanair, easyJet, TAP Portugal, and Aer Lingus. Des Moines and Funchal have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Funchal?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Funchal and London, Manchester, Lisbon, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Warsaw, Prague, Aberdeen, Vienna, Katowice, Budapest, Porto, Riga, Newcastle upon Tyne, Belfast, Saint Helier, Madrid, Amsterdam, Barcelona.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Mason City Municipal, Fort Dodge Regional, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near Funchal?
The main airport in Funchal is Cristiano Ronaldo International. It is also served by Cristiano Ronaldo International, Porto Santo.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and Funchal?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and Funchal with Allegiant Air, Ryanair, easyJet, TAP Portugal, Aer Lingus.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and Funchal?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and Funchal, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and Funchal?
Traveling between Des Moines and Funchal, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Mason City Municipal, Fort Dodge Regional, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near Funchal?
There are a number of airports in and around Funchal. The main one is Cristiano Ronaldo International and other nearby airports include Cristiano Ronaldo International, Porto Santo.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Funchal depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Funchal arrive?
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