Ryanair Stations Second Aircraft in Madeira, Now Serving 11 Routes
Ryanair is expanding its operations in Madeira by adding a second aircraft at its base. This move will support 11 routes, including three new destinations launching this summer.
Ryanair is expanding its operations in Madeira by adding a second aircraft at its base. This move will support 11 routes, including three new destinations launching this summer.
SeaBus is a soon-to-be-launched transport service that will connect Calheta, Funchal, and Caniçal, catering to tourists eager to explore Madeira's breathtaking coastline.
Passenger traffic at Madeira and Porto Santo airports exceeded five million for the first time in 2024.
EasyJet is expanding its 2025 network with new routes from Portugal, including Funchal - Nantes, Funchal - Amsterdam, and more connections across Europe.
Madeira has been nominated for "Best European Destination" by National Geographic Spain.
TAP Air Portugal announced it transported nearly one million passengers to and from Madeira in 2024, averaging nearly 2,700 people traveling to or from the island with TAP every day.
28.6% of all air international traffic to Madeira is from the UK. Germany and France follow with 20,6% and 8.9%. 4.66 million international passengers have reached Madeira from January to November 2024.
The São Vicente seafront is set for a major renewal, with an investment exceeding 3.5 million euros planned over the next four months.
SATA Airlines will stop direct flights from Madeira to the United States and Canada, citing annual losses of €12–€15 million. The decision follows financial sustainability concerns.
After having launched weekly flights to Madeira from October, Play Airlines decided to offer year-round flights from this year.
Funchal introduced a €2 tax for cruise passengers on January 1, generating €50,000 in its first two days, with most revenue allocated to the municipality.