Travelling from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The average time for a direct Belfast to Faro Airport flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Belfast 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.
The most popular route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Faro Airport (FAO), with 15 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from BFS to FAO is the 5:10am easyJet option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 7:10pm with easyJet.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to FAO.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO) operate out of this terminal.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Belfast to Faro Airport leaving from BFS include:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BFS and FAO is easyJet.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to FAO leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Porto Airport (OPO)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Faro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.55% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Faro Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and FAO:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
You can reach BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to FAO flight:
68.3% of flights out of George Best Belfast City Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Faro Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and experience more of Faro and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Belfast to Faro Airport flight.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro is about 3 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Faro Airport is ₹ 2,345. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 5,861. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to FAO.
April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Belfast to Faro Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Faro Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Faro Airport (FAO). August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
Lock in a Belfast to FAO flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Faro to range from 19ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Faro Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Faro
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Faro Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Faro:
Lighthouse Beach and Ilha Deserta are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Faro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eating Algarve Food Tours.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Faro. Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia are key reasons to visit.
