Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Faro and Porto share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from FAO to OPO start from 06:35 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 22:45 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 68 weekly Faro Airport to Porto Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FAO to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Faro Airport to Porto Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Porto — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating FAO to OPO flights, with 77.97% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Porto Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FAO and OPO include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Porto Airport flight is Rs4,869. A return plane ticket is currently Rs9,739. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from FAO to OPO, book your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Porto Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the departures from Faro Airport, 76.66% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near FAO:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Faro Airport to Porto Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Grab a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Porto Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport to central Porto has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Porto. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to go to Porto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from FAO to OPO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres south of Porto. No journey is complete without a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.