Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Manchester and Faro are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from MAN to FAO start at 06:00 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is at 20:20 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 23 weekly Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your MAN to FAO flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Faro (and then other corners of Portugal) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
The most punctual carrier offering MAN to FAO flights is easyJet. Its services land as planned 77.78% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAN and FAO:
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
Belfast International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Faro Airport (FAO)
20 € is currently the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flight. Return flights start at 45 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAN to FAO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAN to FAO.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel near FAO if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Faro Airport around one week before you set off.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN 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 corners of Portugal just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, a visit to Lisbon will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.