Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport takes an average of 2 hours 45 minutes. Faro's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Shannon.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 05:45 flight from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport. If you'd like to go later, the latest flight is at 22:00. With 2 weekly flights from SNN to FAO, you can pick the timing that suits you best.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SNN and FAO are:
Stansted Airport
Birmingham International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Portugal, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SNN to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Rs7,689 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport. Return flights start at Rs15,356. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap flights from SNN to FAO, book your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from SNN to FAO is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 7 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SNN? If you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late flight from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro is about 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.
It'll take around 1 hour and 33 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from SNN to FAO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from SNN to FAO:
Faro Old Town and Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Faro travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Capela dos Ossos.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Faro Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Faro.