Portugal: High winds causing flight delays and cancelations at Madeira Airport April 18

Event

Authorities have canceled or diverted multiple flights at Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport, commonly known as Madeira Airport (FNC), on the island of Madeira, April 18 due to high winds. Several inbound flights have either turned back or diverted to the island of Santo Porto. Further delays and cancelations are likely as meteorological authorities have forecast that high winds will continue through the remainder of April 18.

Residual disruptions are likely after operations fully resume as authorities clear the backlog of flights.

Advice

Confirm flights if scheduled to fly to or from FNC through April 18. Plan for delays and maintain flexible schedules.

Resources

Madeira Airport: www.aeroportomadeira.pt