The Cristiano Ronaldo Airport. Orbitz makes it easy to book flights to Cristiano Ronaldo airport (FNC) at super affordable rates. Cristiano Ronaldo now has an international airport named after him.
Madeira International Airport, commonly cited as one of the world's most difficult (and scenic) landings due to its situation between mountains and sea, has been re-named 'Cristiano Ronaldo Airport' as a gift to the island's soccer superhero. When the island of Madeira on Wednesday renamed its airport in honour of its hometown hero Cristiano Ronaldo, all eyes were expected to be on the four-time world player of the year who is adored not only for his soccer skills but also his model. Orbitz makes it easy to book flights to Cristiano Ronaldo airport (FNC) at super affordable rates.
Funchal Cristiano Ronaldo Airport's IATA code is FNC, while its ICAO code is LPMA.
Madeira, birthplace of international soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo, has officially renamed its international airport in Funchal after its native son—but the internet is more interested in the bronze bust welcoming travelers to "Aeroporto Cristiano Ronaldo." Take a look.
While some passengers will rejoice in hearing pilots announce "we have now arrived at Cristiano Ronaldo Airport," for others, including England fans, it will be a sore reminder of. See route maps and schedules for flights to and from Funchal and airport reviews. Cristiano Ronaldo may have the medals, money and looks, even an airport — but it's his bronze likeness that's stealing the show.