Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Faro Airport to Cork Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Faro and Cork are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from FAO to ORK start at 06:20 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 23:00 with Aer Lingus. In total, you can take your pick of 17 weekly Faro Airport to Cork Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FAO to ORK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Aer Lingus has direct flights from Faro Airport to Cork Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Cork — and maybe even more of Ireland if time allows.
Aer Lingus is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating FAO to ORK flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 71.43% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Cork Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FAO and ORK include:
Stansted Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cork Airport (ORK)
$35 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to Cork Airport flight. Return flights start from $70. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from FAO to ORK, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Cork Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from FAO to ORK.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Cork Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights departing from Faro Airport, 76.66% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Faro Airport to Cork Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near FAO:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
If you're landing on a late Faro Airport to Cork Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ORK:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cork Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire to explore Cork and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cork Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
Cork Airport to central Cork has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Cork Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cork based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Faro Airport to Cork Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cork, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FAO to ORK sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cork. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Tallaght is another favourite destination in Ireland and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. No journey is complete without a visit to Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.