London to Madeira Flights (LGW–FNC)
London Gatwick is Madeira's busiest international route (~207,000 passengers in 2023), flown year-round by easyJet and British Airways, with Jet2 adding a new winter service from late October 2026 and TUI flying seasonally. BA moved the route here from Heathrow in October 2024, so there is no longer a direct Heathrow–Funchal flight. Flight time is about 3h55.
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Airlines and frequency
easyJet, British Airways operate the London–Madeira route. Weekly frequencies below are approximate and split between the summer and winter schedules — always confirm with the airline.
| Airline | Per week (summer) | Per week (winter) | Aircraft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| easyJet | 7 | 5 | Airbus A320, Airbus A320neo | Operating |
| British Airways | 7 | 6 | Airbus A320, Airbus A321 | Operating |
| Jet2.com | 0 | 2 | Boeing 737-800 | Announced · Winter, from 26 Oct 2026 |
How much does it cost?
Typical fares run around €50–€250 (as of 2026-06) — Return fares; easyJet often cheapest, BA/TUI higher, peak summer dearer.. The cheapest months are usually January, November; the busiest (and dearest) is August.
How busy is this route?
London–Madeira carried about 206,505 passengers in 2023.
Frequently asked questions
Which airlines fly from London to Madeira?
easyJet, British Airways fly direct from London (LGW) to Madeira (Funchal).
How long is the flight from London to Madeira?
The flight from London to Madeira (Funchal) takes about 3h55.
Are London to Madeira flights year-round or seasonal?
The London–Madeira route operates year-round, though frequencies are higher in summer.
Sources
- Eurostat route data via Wikipedia
- easyJet / British Airways / Jet2 timetables