Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Nottingham.
Every week, there are 17 East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, select the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:15 with Jet2.
Your EMA to FAO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Faro — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering EMA to FAO flights. An impressive 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EMA and FAO:
Dublin Airport
Ireland West Airport Knock
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport flight is Rs9,613. A return fare is currently Rs19,225. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EMA to FAO.
April is the cheapest month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EMA to FAO.
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Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Of all flights leaving East Midlands Airport, 75.1% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near EMA:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near FAO:
Pick up a Faro Airport rental car and explore Faro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Faro Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from East Midlands Airport to Faro Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EMA to FAO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Journey around 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its popular sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.