An exceptionally cheap direct return fare from
Shannon to Madeira.
Ryanair is showing return flights from just
€43.98 when travelling on the Basic fare.
For travellers who need more cabin baggage, Ryanair's
Regular fare was €125.78 return and includes a
10 kg cabin bag, seat selection and priority boarding.
Basic includes only a small under-seat bag.
Ryanair FR6676
Nonstop.
Journey time approximately
3h30.
This is an excellent daytime schedule with neither an
uncomfortable early departure nor a late arrival.
Ryanair FR6675
Nonstop.
Journey time approximately
3h30.
The early departure is the main schedule compromise and means
sacrificing the final morning in Madeira.
Fare screenshots captured directly on Ryanair when the deal was checked. Prices and availability can change after publication.
A return trip from Shannon to Madeira for just
€43.98 is extremely strong value,
particularly because the flights are
nonstop in both directions.
Travellers who can genuinely manage with a small personal bag get
the strongest value from this deal.
The €43.98 headline fare includes only
a small bag that must fit under the seat.
If you require a larger cabin bag, the fare rises substantially.
Ryanair's Regular option was
€125.78 return.
Also note the
06:45 return departure from Madeira, which requires
a very early start on the final day.
Includes only
one small under-seat bag.
This is the deal to choose if you can genuinely travel very light
and want the absolute lowest possible price.
Includes a
10 kg cabin bag, seat selection and priority boarding.
Consider this option if the small personal-bag allowance on Basic
is not realistic for your Madeira trip.
Both fare examples were checked
directly on Ryanair.com.
Compare the Basic and Regular options based on the baggage you
actually need rather than choosing purely from the headline price.
If Basic works for you, the €43.98 return fare represents the
strongest value.
Several combinations were found for September 2026. Search these dates directly on Ryanair.com and compare the final fare before purchasing.
An exceptional headline price and excellent nonstop routing make this a very strong deal. The main compromise is the extremely restrictive Basic baggage allowance.
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The flight may be exceptionally cheap, but Madeira accommodation is a very different story in September . It remains a highly desirable period to visit the island, so good hotels can cost considerably more than the airfare itself.
For a well-rated boutique guesthouse or 4-star hotel in a convenient area, I would realistically budget at least around €160 per night in September. Better-located 4-star properties can easily exceed €200 per night, particularly for the most attractive dates.
The easiest base for restaurants, nightlife, tours and first-time visitors.
Enough time to combine Funchal with several island day trips and hiking days.
A more realistic September target for a well-rated boutique or 4-star stay.
Pestana CR7 Funchal combines a very central
waterfront location with the facilities of a proper 4-star hotel.
It sits close to Funchal's marina and makes a particularly convenient
base if this is your first visit to Madeira.
The hotel has an
outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, fitness facilities,
free Wi-Fi and breakfast options
,
while the location makes it easy to explore central Funchal without
depending on a car every time you leave the hotel.
It is not the cheapest way to visit Madeira, but for travellers
wanting to turn the extremely cheap Ryanair fare into a more
comfortable island break, this is the type of hotel I would consider.
Around €214 per night for the 7-night example
shown for 9-16 September.
The displayed option included breakfast but was non-refundable.
More flexible options were higher.
The reference listing showed a 9.4 location score, making it particularly attractive for travellers who want to stay close to central Funchal.
A useful combination for a September stay when you may want downtime between sightseeing and island excursions.
The reference listing showed an 8.4/10 guest score from more than 1,600 reviews.
Madeira is much more than Funchal. Compare island tours, levada walks, mountain experiences, boat trips and other activities before deciding how to use your days on the island.
Activities are booked separately from the flight and hotel. Compare schedules carefully before booking anything non-refundable.
A few useful extras that can make the journey easier, particularly when travelling with restrictive cabin-bag fares, arriving late or needing mobile data as soon as you land.
A useful packing solution when you are trying to fit more clothing
into a restricted cabin bag.
Particularly relevant for travellers using airlines such as
Ryanair and Wizz Air, where baggage dimensions and
additional luggage fees can significantly change the final cost of a
cheap flight.
Compress your clothing and make better use of the space available
inside your luggage.
Arrive with mobile data ready and avoid searching for a local SIM
card or relying on airport Wi-Fi.
Use code XTRA10 for
10% off your first purchase.
Travelling for longer? Saily Ultra includes
30 GB of high-speed data plus unlimited reduced-speed data
,
together with additional travel benefits.
Pre-book your airport transfer before travelling.
Particularly useful for
late-night arrivals, families and travellers with luggage
,
or when arriving somewhere unfamiliar and you would rather have a
driver waiting than search for transport after landing.
Use promo code TPO5 for
5% off your booking.
Valid until 31 December 2026.
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