Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport (FAO). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.
Faro is eight hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Faro Airport is located in Faro, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to FAO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Whether you're hoping to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to FAO.
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to FAO flight:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near FAO and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Faro Airport rental car and discover Faro and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport flight.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro is about 3 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport (FAO)
Right now, R 5,443 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,609. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to FAO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport (FAO). August is the busiest month to visit Faro. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to FAO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Faro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Faro right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Faro Airport:
Lighthouse Beach and Ilha Deserta are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Faro travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Eating Algarve Food Tours.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen Faro. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
If you want to check out another side of Portugal, consider Amadora, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Faro. Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia are the start of reasons to visit.
