How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Funchal?

The route from London Heathrow to Funchal is served by connecting flights with one stop. These typically take around 19 hours 15 minutes, depending on the layover duration and the connection chosen. If travel time is important to you, pay particular attention to connections with a short stopover.

Are there direct flights from London Heathrow to Funchal?

No, there are currently no direct flights from London Heathrow to Funchal. However, you can reach Funchal with a connecting flight via one stop. Allow extra travel time for the connection and pay particular attention to the length of the layover.

Which airlines fly from London Heathrow to Funchal?

Flights from London Heathrow to Funchal are available with one stop, operated by, among others, TAP Portugal (via Lisbon), KLM (via Amsterdam) and Iberia (via Madrid). When comparing options, look beyond the price and consider the total travel time and the length of the layover.

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Our cheapest offers for flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Funchal (FNC)

Here you can compare cheap flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Funchal (FNC) for one-way or return trips. The following offers were searched for and found on idealo during the last few days. Or start your own flight search to Funchal. Prices and availability may change at any time.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (ARN) SK1530, SK2901 09h 40min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1686, TP1358 11h 20min	SAS Scandinavian Airlines		£210
Best option London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1363, TP1689 07h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1688, TP1356 06h 20min	TAP Air Portugal		£237
London Heathrow Funchal Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/08/26 1 Stopover (SNN) EI0385, FR6676 23h 50min	Return 15/08/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1696, TP1356 06h 15min	Aer Lingus Irish Airlines, Ryanair		£425
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1369, TP1685 12h 30min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP3832, TP1366 14h 40min	TAP Air Portugal		£217
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1351, TP1693 12h 00min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1698, TP1356 09h 40min	TAP Air Portugal		£236
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1363, TP1689 07h 15min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1698, TP1352 06h 55min	TAP Air Portugal		£245
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1363, TP1689 07h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1698, TP1366 14h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£242
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1351, TP1693 12h 00min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1696, TP1352 08h 30min	TAP Air Portugal	?	£246
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1351, TP1691 10h 35min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (LIS) TP3832, TP1358 13h 45min	TAP Air Portugal	?	£291
London Heathrow Funchal	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (MUC) LH2481, LH4314 14h 10min	Return 20/10/26 2 Stopovers (OPO, MUC) LH6999, LH1789, LH2476 16h 55min	Lufthansa	?	£300

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Useful information about the flight from London Heathrow to Funchal

Beautiful Madeira

Funchal, the modern cosmopolitan city, benefits from a wonderful historical and cultural heritage and breathtaking natural landscapes. In addition, a thriving nightlife attracts visitors to the capital of Madeira.

Madeira's climate, events and festivals

The mild subtropical climate in Funchal makes it a great destination all year round. Temperatures range from 15°C in January to 23°C in August, and the peak season is between June and November, when the water temperature rises over 20°C. A variety of events occur in any season, including the Carnival in February, the sugar cane harvest in April-May, and Assumption Day on August 15th, with a procession to "Nossa Senhora do Monte". The Wine Festival, at the end of August, is not to be missed.

Tips and things to know about Madeira

In Madeira, Portuguese is often spoken in dialect. However, English is also widely spoken on the island. The cost of living in Madeira and Funchal is much lower than in London. Visitors can enjoy cheap meals for around €7. For those wishing to stay connected, free Wi-Fi is available in major cities, but also in some towns.

Funchal and Madeira: arrival, accommodation and transportation

After arriving at Santa Catarina Airport, travellers can reach the centre of Funchal by taking the Aerobus. Tickets cost about EUR5 for a single and EUR8 for a return. It's also possible to take a public bus, with single tickets at around EUR3. Taxis are metered, and it's worth noting that a surcharge is applied for luggage, as well as night and weekend journeys. 3-star hotels cost about EUR26 per night, while 4-star hotels start at around EUR62. If taking the bus, 7-day cards cost approx. EUR22. However, many visitors rent a car to visit the island, despite the steep, winding roads and lack of petrol stations.

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Flight information: London Heathrow - Funchal

Outbound and return from	209,20 £
Distance	2475 km
Departure airport	Airport London Heathrow (LHR)
Arrival airport	Airport Funchal Madeira (FNC)
Destination country	Flights to Portugal
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Funchal Madeira
Departure airport - Destination country	London Heathrow - Portugal