Flying from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, making Faro one hour behind Geneva.
Flights from GVA to FAO start at 06:45 — the earliest with SWISS. The last departure is at 21:15 with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Geneva Airport to Faro Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GVA to FAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Faro (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
The most punctual carrier operating GVA to FAO flights is SWISS. Its services land as planned 75.0% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between GVA and FAO include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Porto Airport
Toulouse Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Geneva Airport to Faro Airport flight is £34. A return ticket right now is £61. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GVA to FAO.
The cheapest month for flights from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)
Of the departures from Geneva Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Geneva Airport is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Geneva. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near GVA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're getting in on a late Geneva Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Grab a Faro Airport rental car and discover Faro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Surprice are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Faro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Geneva Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GVA to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen Faro. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 467 kms (290 miles) north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.