Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Faro eight hours behind Perth.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PER 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.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Perth Airport to Faro Airport. Many passengers pass through London Heathrow Airport when flying between PER and FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Right now, 366 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 827 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from PER to FAO, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Faro Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PER to FAO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Perth Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PER:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're arriving on a late Perth Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near FAO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Faro Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Perth Airport to Faro Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PER to FAO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Faro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.