Faro Airport Arrivals

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Faro Airport Arrivals Information

Faro Airport (FAO) has one passenger terminal that accepts both domestic and international flights. The airport is located around 7 km from the city centre of Faro, making it a convenient transport hub. Around 8 million passengers pass through arrivals at Faro Airport each year, so keeping an eye on your flight’s arrival time is very important, especially during the summer months. You can use our live Faro Airport Flight Tracker above to see all of the Faro Airport arrivals today.

Faro Airport Arrivals Location – Arrivals is located on the Ground Floor of the main passenger terminal.

Operating Airlines – Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Transat, Azores Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, Finnair, Iberia, Jet2, Lufthansa, Luxair, Norwegian Air, Norwegian Air Intl, Norwegian Air UK, Ryanair, Ryanair UK, SAS, SWISS, TAP Portugal, Thompson Airlines, Transavia, Travel Service, TuiFly, Volotea, Vueling, Wizz Air.

Arriving at Faro Airport

After disembarking your plane, you will enter the Ground Floor inside Faro Airport Arrivals. Where you go next will depend on where your flight originated from. If you flew from a Schengen country will be directed straight to Baggage Claim, while flights from outside of Europe or from a non-Schengen country will be directed to Passport Control. If you need to enter Passport Control, be sure to have your documents and ID on hand to show the Border Control Agents. There are different lines in Passport Control: EU Citizen and Foreign Visitors, so be sure to choose the correct line. Once you have made your way through Passport Control, you will enter the Baggage Claim area. 

In Baggage Claim, you will see large screens that display exactly which carousel your luggage will be exiting on. Head to that carousel and wait for your belongings to be passed along the conveyor belt. After you have all your luggage and personal items with you, you can walk through customs and out into the Faro Airport Arrivals Hall.

Faro Airport Transport

Faro Airport (FAO) has great connections to the city centre of Faro and its most popular hotels. You can pre-book your transfers with a private company such as Welcome Pickups to enjoy a seamless and personal service at a low rate. If you’re on a super tight budget, you can use the Line 16 bus which will get you into Faro in just 20 minutes. Taxis are also available from 05:00 to 23:00 from outside arrivals at Faro Airport and take just 10 minutes to reach the city centre.

What to do in Arrivals at Faro Airport?

Inside Faro Airport arrivals you will find a plethora of modern amenities and things to do. Their complementary Wi-Fi will keep you connected during your time in the airport, while the spacious bathrooms, smoking areas, information points, car rental kiosks, multi-currency ATMs and exchange houses will keep you prepared and comfortable. If you’re looking for a bite to eat or a quick coffee before you head off to your accommodation, you can pass by Costa Coffee or one of the other delicious grab-and-go options in arrivals. For last-minute travel essentials, Faro Airport arrivals also has a pharmacy, newsagents and a Duty-Free shop. 

*Discover even more things to see and do during your time in FAO Airport with our complete Faro Airport Guide.

Faro Airport Arrivals Parking

If you or a loved one are heading to the airport for a pickup, there are plenty of Faro Airport arrivals parking options available. The P2 car park is located just steps from arrivals, making it very convenient. Prices start at €0.95 for 15 minutes or €13 for the day in the P2 parking lot. If you’re looking for longer-term parking, you can use the P3 car park, which is located just an 8-minute walk from Faro Airport arrivals and costs €5 per day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get through customs at Faro?

The time needed to get through Passport Control and customs in arrivals at Faro Airport will depend heavily on the time of year you’re travelling. During the winter months, the time needed can be as little as 5 minutes, whereas in summer, this time can increase to 30 minutes.

Where do you pick up arrivals at Faro Airport?

If you’re heading to the airport to pick up a loved one, you will need to use the P2 Faro Airport arrivals parking area. The cost for the first 15 minutes only costs €0.95, but increases after 15 minutes, so we suggest keeping an eye on their flight’s arrival time to avoid long wait times in the parking area.

Where do Arrivals come in at Faro Airport?

All arrivals at Faro Airport land in the main passenger terminal. Your plane will land on the Ground Floor and then you will make your way through Passport Control, Baggage Claim and customs before heading out into the Arrivals Hall. The Faro Airport Arrivals Hall is located on the left-hand side of the passenger terminal, near the P2 car park.