Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Santorini (Thira) is two hours ahead of Faro and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your FAO to JTR flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between FAO and JTR:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Geneve Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Right now, $171 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $384. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from FAO to JTR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from FAO to JTR.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the departures from Faro Airport, 76.66% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near FAO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
If you're arriving on a late Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near JTR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Santorini International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini International Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Santorini International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FAO to JTR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Santorini (Thira), now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No journey is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.