Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Faro and Aberdeen are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Leave enough time to catch your FAO to ABZ flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Flying into Aberdeen (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between FAO and ABZ include:
Birmingham International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
£15 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £32. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FAO to ABZ.
The cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Landing cheap flights from FAO to ABZ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights that take off from Faro Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near FAO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Book a hotel near ABZ if you're catching a late Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with an Aberdeen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Drivalia, Alamo or Budget and discover more of Aberdeen and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Aberdeen International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport is approximately 6 miles from the centre of Aberdeen. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Aberdeen. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Aberdeen is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Aberdeen International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FAO to ABZ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Aberdeen, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey around 120 miles south-west to Glasgow to check off its leading sights. From Glasgow Cathedral to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 95 miles south-west of Aberdeen, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.