Cheap Flights from Cardiff (CWL) to Faro (FAO)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $104. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Faro.$73 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $73, select.

Faro.$100 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.

Faro.$104 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $104, select.

Faro.$116 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $116, select.

Faro.$127 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $127, select.

Faro.$137 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.

Faro.$168 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cardiff on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Faro.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Faro on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Faro.$174 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.

Faro.$324 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Faro.$324 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Faro.$397 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.

Faro.$422 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $422, select.

Faro.$524 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, select.

Faro.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Faro.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Faro on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Faro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Faro flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Cardiff to Faro: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cardiff to Faro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Faro.

Faro

3km from central Faro

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Portimao

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Cardiff to Faro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$73
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Faro: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cardiff to Faro?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cardiff to Faro is $73. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cardiff to Faro?

2 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Cardiff to Faro.

Which airlines fly direct from Cardiff to Faro?

Ryanair and TUI fly direct from Cardiff to Faro.

How many flights are there a week from Cardiff to Faro?

As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Cardiff to Faro.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Faro?

The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Faro is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport on Sunday, 5 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 34 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Faro?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Faro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Faro?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Faro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cardiff Airport to Faro with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Faro.

Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport.
Cardiff and Faro are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you get on your CWL to FAO flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Faro — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for CWL to FAO flights is Ryanair.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CWL and FAO:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Edinburgh Airport

Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)

Cardiff Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CWL reach their destination on time.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CWL:

Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and venture far and wide through Faro and beyond.
Booking your ride from Faro Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Faro Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Portugal

Faro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. About 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Porto is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 467 kilometres north of Faro. No journey is complete without visiting Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.