Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Faro, where Faro Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your FAO to Victoria flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Finding a plane ticket from FAO to Victoria with a stopover is simple. Whether you'd like to cut costs on your fare or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A key stop is Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Travelling from central Faro to FAO takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Victoria? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to FAO:
Of the flights that depart from Faro Airport, 76.66% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Victoria
The best price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Victoria flight is C$586. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,384. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FAO to Victoria if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Faro Airport to Victoria is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and land an epic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FAO to Victoria by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Victoria.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to the centre of Victoria takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Faro Airport to Victoria. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from FAO to Victoria can help you get the best possible rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
After your flight from Faro Airport to Victoria has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
You can expect the journey to take about 10 minutes on public transport.
Following your FAO to Victoria flight, kick back at a hotel near YWH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Victoria
Travel to Victoria during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Faro Airport to Victoria in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Faro Airport to Victoria flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FAO to Victoria around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Faro Airport to Victoria, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are must-visits when exploring Victoria.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Victoria, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 105 kilometres north-east to Abbotsford to check off its popular sights. From Discovery Trail Dog Park to Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Coquitlam is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
