Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Faro is two hours behind Bucharest and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to FAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Anima Wings offers direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Faro — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
Anima Wings is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between OTP and FAO include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Vienna International Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Faro Airport (FAO)
$102 is currently the best price for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport flight. A return flight starts from $204. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OTP to FAO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Book a hotel close to FAO if you have a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and see more of Faro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Faro. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OTP to FAO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey around 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to check off its leading 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 well-known destination in Portugal, head for Porto, about 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are highlights.