Machico travel guide
Machico Tourism | Machico Guide
You're Going to Love Machico
With a population of 12,567, Machico is a must-see destination in Madeira, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Machico to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Machico
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Machico in August, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 110 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Machico, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Machico
Plane
When flying to Machico, you’ll arrive at Madeira Airport (FNC), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Machico from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 13h 45m.
Airlines serving Machico
Where to stay in Machico
Average rates range from around AED 298 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 442 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Machico
Hiring a car in Machico
Expect to pay AED 6.84 per litre in Machico (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 81.98 and AED 109.30. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Machico, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.