Funchal to London (FNC–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FNC–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,526 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 12 | 320 | 3h40 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 8 | 320, 321 | 3h35-3h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Funchal
| Metric | FNC→LGW | PXO→LGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FNC | – | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
FNC: WEST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Funchal, it's 6:00 PM in London.
Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
FNC–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FNC to LGW
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and British Airways. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FNC to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FNC to LGW is about 3 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,526 miles (2,456 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Francisco de Sá Carneiro, Lisbon Humberto Delgado and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vila Baleira (PXO).