Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Birmingham and Faro are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from BHX to FAO start from 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 19:20 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from 19 weekly Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX to FAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport. When you're ready to start your Faro adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Portugal:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BHX to FAO flights. A dependable 91.3% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BHX and FAO:
Dublin Airport
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport flight is C$31. A round-trip ticket is currently C$83. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from BHX to FAO, reserve your journey five months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHX to FAO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and find adventure across Faro and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Faro Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Faro Airport for August if you want to go to Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to FAO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its popular sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another favourite stop in Portugal. Start your sightseeing at Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.