Travelling from London to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Faro Airport (FAO). Explore your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct London to Faro Airport flight.
London and Faro (where Faro Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Faro Airport (FAO) is the busiest route, with 10 direct services each week. You can travel from LHR to FAO on British Airways's 6:45am departure.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to FAO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Faro Airport (FAO) take off from this terminal.
British Airways is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London to Faro Airport taking off from LHR.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with British Airways between LHR and FAO.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.92% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
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Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider beginning your travels from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Faro Airport (FAO) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from London to FAO taking off from LGW include:
On the LGW to FAO route, easyJet is the airline most travellers rely on.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose easyJet. 87.89% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Faro Airport touch down on schedule.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
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Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from London to Faro Airport departing from London Stansted Airport (STN).
Cruise through the skies with any of these carriers that offer direct London to FAO plane tickets from STN:
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair from STN to FAO.
Among carriers operating on this route, Jet2 has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
The journey to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Faro Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your plans stay right on track.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
Have a late flight from London to Faro Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near FAO and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your London to Faro Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Central Faro is around 3 kms (2 miles) from Faro Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Faro Airport (FAO)
£15 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Faro Airport. Return flights start at £28. These fares can change based on availability.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to FAO.
The best month for finding cheap London to Faro Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from London to Faro Airport (FAO)
January is the quietest month for flights from London to Faro Airport (FAO), while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Faro based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to FAO plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Faro Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Faro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Faro right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Faro Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Faro when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Lighthouse Beach followed by Barreta Island and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Faro. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the northwest, top sights here include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) northwest of Faro, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.