Madeira International Airport connects Madeira with Portugal and important cities of Europe. If you really want to explore Madeira in totality, rent a car. Boasting a well-built and beautifully managed road infrastructure, Madeira is perfect to be explored by a car. Travel by car, crossing a highway, several tunnels, and impressive bridges, makes the journey pleasant and entertaining. There is a plethora of car renting facilities in Madeira. Contact any of the car rental companies, and you can avail this service in no time. Or join the Madeira excursion by taxi - a cost-effective and reliable way to explore the majestic Madeira. Boating in the serene Atlantic waters is itself a majestic experience. Cruise ships weekly tour between Portimão in Algarve to Madeira. Go on an excursion in a ferry between Porto Santo and Madeira on the two-hour-long journey. Buses connect all Funchal City routes. While Orange busses operate in Funchal alone, Red ones drive to the west of the island, and Green ones drive to the east of Madeira.