Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport.
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Faro one hour behind Barcelona.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN to FAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Ryanair has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Faro — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BCN and FAO:
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport flight is 14 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 30 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to FAO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BCN to FAO.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BCN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Faro Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Faro. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to FAO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.