Flying from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Newquay and Faro share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Leave plenty of time to catch your NQY to FAO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Faro (and maybe even some other great parts of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport offered by this popular airline.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between NQY and FAO include:
Dublin Airport
Glasgow International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport flight is $57. A return fare right now is $106. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from NQY to FAO by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
When it comes to Newquay Cornwall Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Newquay Cornwall Airport from central Newquay, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near NQY? If you're boarding an early flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Reserve a hotel close to FAO if you have a late Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Faro Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from NQY to FAO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Journey around 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to check off its leading attractions. 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 interested in discovering another corner of Portugal, head for Porto, about 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are key reasons to visit.