Faro International Airport (FAO) is the main gateway hub for the Faro District in Portugal and southwestern Spain. The airport sees around 8 million passengers per year, most of which travel during the summer months. Faro Airport is located just 4 km west of the city of Faro, making it a convenient hub for airlines such as EasyJet, Ryanair and TUI.
Faro Airport Services
Faro Airport Fast Track
For those that want to breeze through the airport and enjoy their time at a more relaxing pace, you can use the Faro Airport Fast Track program. Purchasing Fast Track will allow you to use the dedicated lane at security, so you can make your way into departures in a matter of minutes.
*You can purchase Fast Track directly from ANA – Aeroportos of Portugal or from your airline and travel agent.
Faro Airport Lounge
Unlimited Free Wi-Fi
Faro Airport Parking
There are plenty of different Faro Airport parking options to suit every budget. Whether you’re jetting off on an international vacation, enjoying a quick weekend away or dropping off a loved one at the airport, there are Faro Airport parking options for you.
Kiss and Fly
P0 is a gated parking area located just outside of departures, made for those doing a quick drop off of their family and friends.
Parking is free for the first 10 minutes and then is charged at €1 per 5 minutes.
Short Stay
P1 and P2 are short stay car parks located just steps from departures and arrivals respectively. These parking lots are perfect for quick weekend getaways or helping a loved one make their way through check-in or baggage claim.
Prices for short stay Faro Airport parking start at €0.95 for 15 minutes or €13 for the day.
Long Stay
P3 is a long stay car park located around an 8 minute walk from the passenger terminal. This parking option is the most economical, so it’s a great choice when taking longer vacations.
Prices start at €5 per day for the long stay car park.
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Faro Airport (FAO) has one large passenger terminal that offers both domestic and international flights. The terminal is set out over two levels, with both departures and arrivals sitting on the Ground Floor. Faro Airport has the capacity to serve 8 million passengers annually, making it a major transport hub for the Faro District.
There’s no shortage of things to do in Faro Airport while you wait for your flight or transport to your hotel. Throughout the entire airport, you can enjoy free Wi-Fi, and there are spacious bathrooms, baby changing facilities, smoking areas, two Faro Airport lounges, children’s playgrounds and multi-currency ATMs. There are also many different shops, Duty-Free items and restaurants, where you can grab and go or sit down to enjoy the Faro Airport food.
Faro Airport Terminal
Transportation options from and to Faro Airport
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By Bus
The Proximo Line 16 takes just 20 minutes to reach the city centre of Faro.
Expect a wait time of around 30 to 50 minutes for the Line 16 bus.
By Taxi
Taxis are available outside of Faro Airport during operating hours. You can reach the city centre of Faro in just 10 minutes in a taxi.
*To avoid the long queues for a local taxi, we suggest pre-booking your Faro Airport transfer for a seamless and relaxing journey into Faro.
By Car
There are many different options for car hire at Faro Airport. Driving to your hotel will take around 10 minutes.
*Travel times will vary depending on the traffic levels and your final destination in Faro.
More connections from Faro Airport
Aerobus 56
Faro Airport (FAO) has fantastic bus connections to all of the popular attractions in Faro city centre. However, if you’re looking to explore more of the surrounding areas in Portugal, you can easily use the Aerobus 56. This bus line will take you directly into Lagos, to the Lagos Terminal Rodoviario, where you can switch to the local bus lines to explore incredible destinations, such as Alvor and Portimao.
Taxis and Private Transfers
Hotels Near Faro Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
All services at Faro Airport operate from 05:00 to 23:00.
Recommended Arrival Times
As a guide, we recommend arriving at least 2.5 hours before an international flight and 1.5 hours before a domestic flight from Faro Airport.
Airport Codes
Faro Airport Code: FAO
OACI: LPFR
Contact Information
Faro Airport: +351 (289) 800 800
Lost & Found: +351 (289) 889 407
Customs: +351 (289) 818 578
Information Service: +351 (289) 800 617
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Faro Airport big or small?
Faro Airport is fairly small for an International airport, consisting of only one passenger terminal. The terminal is set out over two levels, with both arrivals and departures being on the Ground Floor. The airport covers 68,500 square metres.