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Short, direct, sourced answers to the questions people (and AI assistants) ask most about Madeira flights.

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  • Can You Fly Direct to Madeira from the USA? Yes — United flies nonstop Newark (EWR) to Madeira (FNC), summer-seasonal, about 3x a week on a Boeing 737 MAX 8. It's the only nonstop US route; otherwise connect via Lisbon.
  • How Many Airlines Fly to Madeira? Around 30 airlines fly to Madeira (FNC), reaching about 65 direct destinations in roughly 22 countries. easyJet is the biggest by seats (~25%), ahead of TAP and Ryanair.
  • What Is the IATA Code for Madeira? (FNC) The IATA code for Madeira's main airport is FNC (ICAO LPMA). Porto Santo's is PXO (LPPS). Here's what the codes mean and why Madeira's is FNC.

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