Flying from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport.
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, making Faro one hour behind Leipzig.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LEJ to FAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Condor is your gateway to discovering Faro (and perhaps some other great parts of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Condor on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LEJ and FAO:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Faro Airport (FAO)
86 € is currently the best price for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport flight. A return flight starts at 207 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from LEJ to FAO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
77.68% of flights that depart Leipzig/Halle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Leipzig/Halle Airport from central Leipzig, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LEJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're getting in on a late Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FAO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Faro Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Faro. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Faro in January.
Book your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Faro Airport for August if you want to visit Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LEJ to FAO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to explore other parts of Portugal. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Portugal, consider Porto, roughly 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are highlights.