Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS): what you need to know
Bratislava is one hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your FAO to BTS flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between FAO and BTS:
Eindhoven Airport
Leeds Bradford International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
R 1,316 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,813. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from FAO to BTS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FAO to BTS.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights departing from Faro Airport, 76.66% arrive on time at their destination.
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near FAO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BTS if you're catching a late Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a M.R. Stefanik Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Surprice or Payless and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bratislava and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from M.R. Stefanik Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to central Bratislava
M.R. Stefanik Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Bratislava. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bratislava in April.
Book your flight from Faro Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport for July if you want to go to Bratislava during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FAO to BTS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Slovakia
Bratislava has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Slovakia waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres east of Bratislava, a trip to Kosice will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like St. Elisabeth Cathedral, Singing fountain and Zoo Kosice.
If you're eager to discover another side of Slovakia, consider Presov, about 322 kilometres east of Bratislava. Skatepark Prešov, Opustená nemocničná spaľovňan and 3D model historického Prešova are highlights.
