Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. London and Faro share the same timezone (UTC+0).
Choose from 10 weekly flights from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. The 07:15 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight you can take between LHR and FAO. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:00 if you're not into early starts.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Faro (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is straightforward with British Airways. This popular airline runs direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport.
To break up your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the LHR - FAO route include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from LHR to FAO, check whether you need a visa to enter Portugal. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Rs22,817 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. Return flights start from Rs36,069. These prices may change based on availability.
Book 6 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from LHR to FAO.
February is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to London Heathrow Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FAO if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 33 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Faro Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Faro, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to FAO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Faro
After booking your flights from LHR to FAO, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Faro. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are attractions you won't want to skip in Faro.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Faro getaway.