Travelling from Houston to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Houston is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Faro Airport (FAO) flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Faro Airport is located in Faro. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Houston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to FAO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Houston to FAO with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IAH and FAO include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Faro Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Houston to FAO flight? Check in to a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel close to FAO if you have a late flight from Houston to Faro Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and see more of Faro and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Houston to Faro Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Central Faro is around 3 kilometres from Faro Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Faro Airport (FAO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Faro Airport is ₹ 27,960. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 54,515. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to FAO if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Faro Airport (FAO)
January is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Faro Airport (FAO), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Houston to FAO flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Faro to range from 19ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Faro Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Faro Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Faro isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that are worth your time include Lighthouse Beach, Ilha Deserta and Eating Algarve Food Tours.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.
