Vila Nova Da Telha OPO to Machico FNC Flights

Flights from Vila Nova Da Telha to Machico generally leave from Porto Airport and arrive in Madeira Airport.

Porto Airport is 2 km away from Vila Nova Da Telha city centre and Madeira Airport is 7.2 km from Machico city centre.

Since both Vila Nova Da Telha and Machico are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

The best events to attend in Machico include:

• Festa de São Tiago, a vibrant festival celebrating the patron saint of Machico with processions, music, and traditional food
• Festa do Senhor dos Milagres, a religious event featuring a procession and various cultural activities honoring the Lord of Miracles
• Machico Carnival, a lively celebration filled with colorful parades, costumes, and festive events leading up to Lent.

The best holidays to experience in Machico include:

• Carnival, vibrant parades and lively street festivities
• Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious processions
• Portugal Day, national pride celebrations with parades and cultural events.

The best seasons to visit Machico are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Machico is during April-June or September-October.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.