Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport takes an average of 3 hours 18 minutes. Faro's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Glasgow.
Flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport start from 06:00 — the first with easyJet. The last departure is the 20:40 service with easyJet. In total, you can choose from 10 weekly services from GLA to FAO.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jet2 offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in Faro — plus maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and FAO include:
Dublin Airport
London Luton Airport
London Heathrow Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date details, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from GLA to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport is $67. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $138. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from GLA to FAO by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from GLA to FAO. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, Glasgow International Airport can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near GLA. Whether you're on an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near FAO:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro is around 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to FAO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from GLA to FAO, explore our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are popular attractions which should feature on every Faro itinerary.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Faro getaway.