Travelling from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between LDY and FAO.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LDY to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Faro Airport (FAO)
$246 is the best price for a one-way ticket from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport. A return flight starts at $357. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flight tickets from LDY to FAO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flight tickets from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about City of Derry Airport (LDY)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Derry, City of Derry Airport can be reached in about 14 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 41 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near LDY. Whether you're on an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport for August if you'd like to visit Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LDY to FAO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Faro
After locking in your flights from LDY to FAO, you'll want to find a place to stay in Faro. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are top sights which should feature on every Faro itinerary.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Faro stay.