Flying from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Derry.
Your LDY to FAO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as February, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to discover a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Glasgow International Airport is a popular stop between LDY and FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Faro Airport (FAO)
$118 is the best price for a one-way City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport flight. Return flights start at $244. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LDY to FAO, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LDY to FAO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about City of Derry Airport (LDY)
Central Derry to City of Derry Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near LDY? If you've booked an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FAO if you have a late City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and chase adventure across Faro and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Faro Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from City of Derry Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LDY to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its popular sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Portugal, consider Porto, about 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are key reasons to visit.