Flying from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Rome to Faro Airport flight.
Faro is one hour behind Rome. Faro Airport is located in Faro, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Faro Airport (FAO) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services each week. You can travel from FCO to FAO on Ryanair's 1:55pm departure.
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 flight from Rome to FAO.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can take a direct flight from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You can lock in a direct flight from Rome to Faro Airport with Ryanair. This popular airline operates departures from FCO.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between FCO and FAO is Ryanair.
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Rome to Faro Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Rome to FAO flight, stay in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
Have a late flight from Rome to Faro Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near FAO and fast-forward to bedtime:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Faro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Rome to Faro Airport flight.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Faro. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Faro Airport is Rs13,852. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs29,417. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Rome to FAO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO). August is the peak month for travel to Faro. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Rome to FAO flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Faro Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 16ºC.
More about Faro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Faro right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Rome to Faro Airport:
Lighthouse Beach and Ilha Deserta are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Faro travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Eating Algarve Food Tours.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Faro. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Amadora is another favourite destination in Portugal and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro. No journey is complete without experiencing Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.