Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Estreito da Calheta travel guide

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With a population of 1,618, Estreito da Calheta is a must-see destination in Madeira, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Estreito da Calheta has to offer.

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When to visit Estreito da Calheta

Estreito da Calheta in January
Estimated hotel price
€134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Estreito da Calheta in January
Estimated hotel price
€134
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Estreito da Calheta

Plane

Although Estreito da Calheta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madeira Airport (FNC), which is located 39 km from Estreito da Calheta. The shortest flight to Estreito da Calheta from Ireland departs from Shannon and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Estreito da Calheta is to pick up a car hire from Funchal, which is about 27 km from Estreito da Calheta. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and Way2Azores Rent, among others, in Funchal.

Plane

Although Estreito da Calheta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madeira Airport (FNC), which is located 39 km from Estreito da Calheta. The shortest flight to Estreito da Calheta from Ireland departs from Shannon and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Estreito da Calheta is to pick up a car hire from Funchal, which is about 27 km from Estreito da Calheta. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and Way2Azores Rent, among others, in Funchal.

Airports near Estreito da Calheta

PXOPorto Santo
FNCFunchal Madeira

Airlines serving Estreito da Calheta

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,649 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,605 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,111 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,055 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,102 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,551 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,336 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,618 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,506 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (916 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,096 reviews)
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Where to stay in Estreito da Calheta

Average rates range from around €106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €154 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Estreito da Calheta

Hiring a car in Estreito da Calheta

Expect to pay €1.69 per litre in Estreito da Calheta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.19 and €26.92. The most frequently booked car type in Estreito da Calheta is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.69 per litre in Estreito da Calheta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.19 and €26.92. The most frequently booked car type in Estreito da Calheta is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.