Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Faro 13 hours behind Auckland.
To ensure you get on your AKL to FAO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faro Airport (FAO)
$1,548 is the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Faro Airport flight. Return flights start at $2,678. These prices can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from AKL to FAO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AKL to FAO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, 69.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FAO if you're catching a late Auckland Airport to Faro Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and see more of Faro and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Faro Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Faro in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to FAO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Faro, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Travel around 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to check off its popular sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
