Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 57m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport — also known as Madeira Airport, Funchal Airport, and formerly Santa Catarina Airport — is an international airport in the civil parish of Santa Cruz in the Portuguese archipelago and autonomous region of Madeira. The airport is located 13.2 km (8.2 mi) east-northeast of the regional capital, Funchal, after which it is sometimes informally named. It mostly hosts flights to European metropolitan destinations due to Madeira's importance as a leisure destination, and is pivotal in the movement of cargo in and out of the archipelago of Madeira. It is the fourth-busiest airport in Portugal, although in January 2025 and January 2026 it surpassed Faro. The airport is named after footballer and Madeiran native Cristiano Ronaldo. During its renaming ceremony in 2017, the airport drew media notoriety for an infamous bust of Ronaldo unveiled at the ceremony, now replaced.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LPMANOTAMs
LPMAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23▸ displaced | 9,110 ft / 2,777 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.350 MHz |
Services & operations
Real-time flight information, including arrivals and departures, is available.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTA MARIA OCEANIC | Class A | Controlled | FL055 | FL999 |
| MADEIRA TMA | Class C | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | FL245 |
| LPMA CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Portugal airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 32% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 74% | 50 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 79 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | 220 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 384 ft | |
| May | 86% | 465 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 666 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 866 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,052 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 962 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 851 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | 524 ft | |
| Dec | 74% | 265 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~50–1,052 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 430 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 509 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 469 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 305 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 308 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is LPMA, and its IATA code is FNC.
Where is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport located?
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is large airport located in Funchal, Portugal, at an elevation of 192 ft (59 m).
How many runways does Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport have?
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,110 ft / 2,777 m.
Which airlines fly to Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport include Aigle Azur, Air Berlin, Air Bourbon, Austrian Airlines, Binter Canarias, Condor Flugdienst, among 21 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?
Historical data lists 29 nonstop destinations from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport in?
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is in the Atlantic/Madeira time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is approximately 3.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is Porto Santo Airport (PXO), about 31.1 nm to the ne.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.