Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport.
Porto's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Faro.
Flights from FAO to OPO start at 06:05 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:50 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from 17 weekly Faro Airport to Porto Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your FAO to OPO flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Faro Airport to Porto Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Porto — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair ranks as the leading on-time carrier for FAO to OPO flights, with 80.91% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Porto Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FAO and OPO include:
Madrid Airport
Nantes Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Porto Airport flight is $30. A round-trip fare is currently $61. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FAO to OPO.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Porto Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FAO to OPO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Porto Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights departing from Faro Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near FAO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Faro Airport to Porto Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Porto Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and see more of Porto and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Porto Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Porto. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Faro Airport to Porto Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Porto, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to OPO in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen Porto. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 274 kilometres south of Porto. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are key reasons to visit.