Flying from Johannesburg to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport (FAO) jetting off from here.
Faro is 2 hours behind Johannesburg. Faro Airport is located in Faro, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to FAO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to FAO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is roughly 29 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel close to FAO if you're taking a late flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro takes around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Faro Airport (FAO)
$940 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Faro Airport. Return flights start from $1,068. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Johannesburg to FAO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport while January is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Faro, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to FAO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Faro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Faro right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Faro Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are highlights which should be on any well-planned Faro itinerary.
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