Travelling from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, making Faro one hour behind Olbia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your OLB to FAO flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between OLB and FAO include:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) to Faro Airport (FAO)
At the moment, 61 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 201 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from OLB to FAO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
Of the flights that depart from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, 79.61% arrive on time at their destination.
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Olbia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near OLB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Travel at your own pace with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and find adventure across Faro and beyond.
Booking your ride from Faro Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Faro. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Faro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Faro Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OLB to FAO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Lisbon to tick off its leading attractions. 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.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.