Traveling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 38 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport. Faro and Cardiff have the same timezone (UTC+0).
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to break up your flight from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the FAO - CWL route include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most current information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from FAO to CWL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport is C$34. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$82. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from FAO to CWL by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Faro Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near FAO. Whether you have an early flight from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
If you're on a late flight from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CWL:
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the center of Cardiff. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cardiff in April.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Faro Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to CWL in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
More about Cardiff
Start your Cardiff trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from FAO to CWL, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are must-have experiences during your Cardiff visit.
Complete your Cardiff trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cardiff Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cardiff.