Funchal to Frankfurt am Main (FNC–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FNC–FRA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Airbus France, Condor and TUI fly lead the route. The flight covers 1,762 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Y Airbus France Also: LH | 5 | 32A | 4h14 | – | – | LH |
| DE Condor | 4 | 32B | 4h07 | – | – | – |
| X3 TUI fly | 2 | 73H | 4h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FNC: WEST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Funchal, it's 7:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Portugal and Germany are both EU and Schengen members. Portuguese citizens enter freely with a national ID card or passport. No visa, registration, or time limit applies.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
FNC–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FNC to FRA
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Airbus France, Condor and TUI fly. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FNC to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FNC to FRA is about 4 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,762 miles (2,835 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Francisco de Sá Carneiro and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.