Flying from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Aberdeen and Faro share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your ABZ to FAO flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Faro (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ABZ and FAO:
Manchester Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Currently, 23 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 58 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from ABZ to FAO, reserve your journey five months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Of all flights leaving Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Aberdeen International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Aberdeen. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ABZ:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're landing on a late Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near FAO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Faro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ABZ to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you should also see. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, a visit to Lisbon will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Porto is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 467 kilometres north of Faro. No trip is complete without seeing Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.