Flying from New York to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Faro Airport (FAO) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Faro is four hours ahead of New York. Faro Airport is located in Faro, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from New York to FAO.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to FAO leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Faro Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Planning to catch a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Faro Airport (FAO) plane tickets are available from here.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to FAO are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from EWR to FAO.
Break up your flight from New York to Faro Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and FAO include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Porto Airport (OPO)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to FAO flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Faro Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Faro Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Faro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and find adventure across Faro and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Faro Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Faro. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Faro Airport (FAO)
Currently, R 2,696 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Faro Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,978. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from New York to FAO by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring cheap New York to Faro Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from New York to FAO.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from New York to Faro Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Faro Airport (FAO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Faro. August is when most people book flights from New York to Faro Airport (FAO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a New York to FAO plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Faro to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Faro Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Faro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Faro right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to Faro Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Faro when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Lighthouse Beach followed by Ilha Deserta and Eating Algarve Food Tours.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro. No trip is complete without a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.