Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many great vacations begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport (FAO).
Faro Airport is located in Faro. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to FAO, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Rio De Janeiro to FAO departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GIG is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Rio De Janeiro. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveler tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from the center of Faro. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport is $397. The cheapest price for a return flight is $793. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to FAO. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to FAO.
Customize your trip using filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Faro. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Faro. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Rio De Janeiro to FAO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 29ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 9ºC and 16ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Faro Old Town and Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Faro itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Capela dos Ossos.
Complete your Faro trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Faro and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Faro Airport.