Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AKL to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport is £585. The cheapest price for a return flight is £1,239. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from AKL to FAO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from AKL to FAO. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Auckland Airport is around 17 miles from central Auckland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 6 miles from central Faro. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 33 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Faro in January.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to FAO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from AKL to FAO, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Faro Old Town and Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Faro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Capela dos Ossos.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Faro stay.
