Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Madrid is one hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are six Faro Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your FAO to MAD flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Madrid (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering FAO to MAD flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between FAO and MAD:
Malaga Airport
Porto Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Madrid Airport flight is £13. A return fare is currently £26. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from FAO to MAD, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FAO to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the flights that depart from Faro Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 3 kms (2 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near FAO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Faro Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Follow your own route with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and see more of Madrid and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before you set off.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Faro Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kms (170 miles) north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 177 kms (110 miles) west of Madrid. No journey is complete without visiting Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.