Flying from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro is one hour behind Genoa and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your GOA to FAO flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GOA and FAO:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Right now, 76 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 150 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GOA to FAO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from GOA to FAO.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 71.66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Genoa to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near GOA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're getting in on a late Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near FAO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Faro and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Faro Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Faro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Faro Airport for August if you'd like to go to Faro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GOA to FAO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Faro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Portugal, head for Porto, roughly 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are among its highlights.