Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Portugal

LPMAFNC

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport

Funchal, Portugal

ICAO

LPMA

IATA

FNC

Category

International Hub

Elevation

192 ft

Country

Portugal

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LPMA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (LPMA / FNC) in Funchal, Portugal, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LPMA is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Portugal

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Portugal.

Applicable permit lead times for Portugal are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Portugal are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at LPMA

Direct FBO and handler coordination at LPMA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at LPMA

Fuel on record at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LPMA

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for LPMA: 32° 41′ 53″ N 16° 46′ 30″ W; elevation 192 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Funchal

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Funchal.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LPMA.

Cargo Operations at LPMA

Support for freighter operations into LPMA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport

Latitude
32° 41′ 53″ N
Longitude
16° 46′ 30″ W
ICAO code
LPMA
IATA code
FNC
Municipality
Funchal
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To FNC?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for LPMA.

Submit flight inquiry for LPMA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LPMA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport?

The ICAO code is LPMA and the IATA code is FNC.

Is Jet A1 available at LPMA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at LPMA?

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does LPMA operate in?

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport operates on UTC+0.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for LPMA?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for LPMA.