Landmark
Faro Airport
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Faro Airport (FAO) is the busiest airport in the Algarve and the second busiest in Portugal, serving as the primary entry point for tourists visiting the region's beaches and resorts. The airport has a single terminal with shops, restaurants, and car rental services. It offers flights to many European cities, with budget airlines operating year-round. The location is convenient, just a few kilometers from Faro city center and about 20 minutes from popular resorts like Albufeira and Vilamoura.
Don't miss
- Spot flamingos in the Ria Formosa lagoon visible from the airport's approach road.
- Browse duty-free shops for Portuguese wines, cork products, and ceramics.
- Rent a car from one of the many agencies in the arrivals hall for easy access to the Algarve's coastline.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Faro Airport
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Faro Airport Transfer to Quinta do Lago5★ · 14 travelers25 minutesFree cancellationFrom$46 per personSee dates →
Most bookedFaro airport - Albufeira: Private Return Transfer5★ · 866 travelers~1 hoursFree cancellationFrom$111 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleFaro Airport Private Transfer to Carvoeiro5★ · 133 travelers~1 hoursFree cancellationFrom$87 per personSee dates →More attractions in Faro