Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Faro two hours behind Santorini (Thira).
Your JTR to FAO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between JTR and FAO:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Brussels Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Faro Airport (FAO)
₹ 7,529 is currently the best price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 24,706. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from JTR to FAO, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JTR to FAO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Santorini International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 92.74% of flights that take off from JTR reach their destination on time.
Central Santorini (Thira) to Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near JTR:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Faro. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Faro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Santorini International Airport to Faro Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JTR to FAO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Faro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you want to check out another side of Portugal, consider Porto, about 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are among the biggest draws.
