Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to London: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Faro Airport to London and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Faro (the location of Faro Airport) and London share the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 45 weekly flights between the two airports, Faro Airport (FAO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 06:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from FAO to LGW is with easyJet at 22:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from FAO to London.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly directly to London leaving from FAO. Here are some airports to consider landing at when searching for a flight from Faro Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London City Airport (LCY)
These are some of the most popular carriers operating direct flights from Faro Airport to London:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from FAO to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can enter United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Portugal. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Faro Airport to London, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
FAO is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Faro Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near FAO:
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to London
$27 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $63. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from FAO to London by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Faro Airport to London is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you have a late flight from Faro Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Faro Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from FAO to London, rest your head at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to London. To escape the crowds, travel to London in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Faro Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from FAO to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Faro Airport to London, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
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