Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Faro is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Zurich.
Flights from ZRH to FAO start from 05:45 — the first with Edelweiss Air. The last service of the day is at 16:40 with Edelweiss Air. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly Zurich Airport to Faro Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your ZRH to FAO flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Edelweiss Air is your gateway to exploring Faro (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Edelweiss Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Currently, 54 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 105 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ZRH to FAO by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 69.02% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're landing on a late Zurich Airport to Faro Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FAO:
Travel at your own speed with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and chase adventure across Faro and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Faro Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the centre of Faro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to FAO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Faro, now it's time to discover other parts 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've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Portugal, head for Porto, roughly 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are among its highlights.