Madeira Airport Celebrates 61 Years
Madeira Airport celebrates 61 years today. In 2024, it served 5.1 million passengers, growing from a small local airport into a busy international hub connecting Madeira with the world.
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"Madeira? Never Again!" A Stranded Passenger's Story
Passengers stranded in Madeira have shared first-hand accounts of long waits, canceled flights, and nights spent in airport terminals — with some vowing never to return to the island.
President Calls to Ease Wind Limits at Madeira Airport
Strong winds have disrupted flights at Madeira Airport in recent days, leaving many passengers stranded. President Albuquerque has once again called for a revision of outdated wind safety limits.
Strong Winds Cause Chaos at Madeira Airport
Strong wind at Madeira Airport caused over 30 flight cancellations and 15 diversions today. Passengers are asked to check flight details before going to the airport. More delays may follow.
Madeira Airport Traffic Grows 14.9% in May Compared to Last Year
Passenger traffic at Madeira’s airports rose by 13.8% in May 2025 compared to the same month last year, driven mainly by a rise in international travel.
EasyJet Travelers to Madeira Stuck on Plane for 6 Hours
An EasyJet flight to Madeira turned into a nightmare as travelers were stuck on the plane for six hours with no meals & drinks, no updates, and no onward support.
Watch Today’s Intense A320 Landing at Madeira Airport
Watch the intense video of today’s Marabu A320 challenging landing at Madeira Airport amid strong crosswinds.
Hard Landing Leads Wizz Air to Ground Aircraft for Inspection
A Wizz Air plane struggled to land at Madeira Airport yesterday, bouncing on the runway before settling. The landing was recorded and posted online. A replacement aircraft was brought in for the return flight, allowing the plane to go into inspection.
Binter Restarts Twice-Weekly Direct Flights to Marrakech
Binter Canarias reconnects Madeira and Marrakesh with two weekly direct flights this summer. Passengers can expect a 2 hours of flight aboard a 72-seat aircraft
Scandinavian Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to Madeira
Scandinavian Airlines announced it will launch a new winter route from Copenhagen to Madeira.
International Air Traffic Increases 15%, Domestic Travel Decreases
In March 2025, more than 440,000 passengers used Madeira’s airports. International travel grew significantly by 15,8%, while domestic travel decreased.
