Flying from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport.
Exeter and Faro are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
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 with enough time to board your EXT to FAO flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Faro (and maybe even some other great corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for EXT to FAO flights is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EXT and FAO:
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Newcastle Airport
Handy information about Exeter Airport (EXT)
Exeter Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from EXT land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Exeter Airport from central Exeter, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near EXT. Whether you have an early flight from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late Exeter Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near FAO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and venture far and wide through Faro and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Faro Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Faro. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Faro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Exeter Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EXT to FAO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Faro, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its popular sights. From Pasteis de Belém to belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Porto is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 467 kilometres north of Faro. No journey is complete without dropping by Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.