Traveling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Traveling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the CPT - FAO route include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Portugal. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from CPT to FAO, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport is C$622. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$928. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flight tickets from CPT to FAO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from CPT to FAO every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 33 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Faro Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CPT to FAO sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Faro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Faro right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from CPT to FAO:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Faro itinerary.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Faro Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Faro.
