Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik.
Faro (the location of Faro Airport) and Reykjavik share the same timezone — UTC+0.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your FAO to Reykjavik flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at FAO and travel nonstop to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Faro Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
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FAO is around 3 kilometres from central Faro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Faro Airport, 76.66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Reykjavik
$149 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return flight tickets start at $361. These fares may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from FAO to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Faro Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from FAO to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Following your FAO to Reykjavik flight, rest your head at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Reykjavik in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Faro Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Faro Airport to Reykjavik:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without visiting Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.