Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to London: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Faro Airport to London and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
London and Faro (where Faro Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
The most popular route is from Faro Airport (FAO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take your pick of 50 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FAO to LGW is the 06:05 easyJet option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:45 with British Airways.
Allow plenty of time to catch your FAO to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Book a direct Faro Airport to London ticket and get to your destination without any layovers. You can touch down at these London airports from FAO:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London City Airport (LCY)
Direct flights from Faro Airport to London are offered by a good range of airlines. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from FAO to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Faro to FAO takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Faro Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FAO:
76.66% of flights that leave from Faro Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to London flight is Rs3,981. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs9,467. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from FAO to London, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Faro Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FAO to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Faro Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and find adventure across London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from FAO to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Faro Airport to London has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your FAO to London flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Faro Airport to London and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel near STN. Settle in at one of these stays after your FAO to London flight:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Faro Airport to London is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
Before locking in your flights from Faro Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Faro Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from FAO to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Faro Airport to London, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.