Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Vienna is one hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are three Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:00 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:25 with Ryanair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your FAO to VIE flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Vienna — and maybe even more of Austria if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates FAO to VIE flights is Ryanair. Its services land as planned 78.79% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FAO and VIE:
Geneve Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Currently, 28 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 56 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from FAO to VIE by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Faro Airport, 76.66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Faro Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to FAO:
Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you're arriving on a late Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near VIE:
Travel at your own speed with a Vienna International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and discover more of Vienna and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Vienna International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport to the centre of Vienna has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Vienna based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Vienna International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to VIE in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many cities in Austria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Vienna. Around 145 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Schlossberg, Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II.
Linz is another sought-after destination in Austria and is around 153 kilometres west of Vienna. No journey is complete without seeing Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Hauptplatz.