Flying from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Madeira and Faro are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your FNC to FAO flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
TAP Air Portugal has direct flights from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Faro — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FNC and FAO:
Barcelona Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madeira Airport to Faro Airport flight is Rs16,048. A return plane ticket right now is Rs30,729. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from FNC to FAO, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
73% of flights leaving from Madeira Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Madeira Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madeira. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to FNC? If you've booked an early flight from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madeira Airport to Faro Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and discover more of Faro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Faro. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Madeira Airport to Faro Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from FNC to FAO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Faro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Porto is another must-experience destination in Portugal and is around 467 kilometres north of Faro. No journey is complete without a visit to Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.