Car Hire Madeira Funchal Santa Catarina Airport - Mini guide to Madeira Funchal Santa Catarina Airport
Madeira Funchal Airport is located 16kms from the port of Funchal on the southern coast of this magical island and provides links to a wide range of European destinations such as Amsterdam, Dusseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart, Hannover, Berlin, Nuremburg, Hamburg, London/Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Brussels, Luxembourg and Toulouse. There are also flights to and from the Canary Islands. The airport serves both regular and charter services. Visitors will be pleased to find a modern, functional airport ready to welcome them with a wide range of facilities.
The single terminal caters for all flights and has a wide and pleasant public hall for passengers and their parties. Once inside the terminal, you can find a bank, ATMs, a bureau de change and a post office. There is also an informative tourist information counter.
A surprisingly wide selection of restaurants, cafés and bars is present in the airport. Both duty-free and regular shopping outlets are available. Products on offer include local handicrafts, and there are shops supplying international newspapers and snacks. A few travel agencies have outlets in the airport to aid with any further travel plans.
Conference facilities for up to 10 people are available at the airport, with facilities including both video and television screens. Conference facilities must be booked in advance. Contact the airport director for further information on business facilities (fax: +351(0) 291 524 322). There are three VIP lounges, each equipped with standard telecommunication facilities. A modern feature of the airport is the NetPoints, two of which are located in the terminal.
Those who require special assistance or wheelchairs should notify their airlines when booking their flight. Specially fitted toilets, ramps and lifts are located across the airport. Specially designated parking areas are available in the car park opposite the terminal. An information service is provided at the meeting point, and there are a few information booths spread around the terminal building.
