Flying from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO) out of here.
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Reykjavik to Faro Airport flight.
Faro's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Reykjavik. Faro Airport is located in Faro.
You can pick from 2 direct flights each week between Keflavik Airport (KEF) and Faro Airport (FAO). This is the most popular route, with Fly Play offering a 3pm departure from KEF to FAO.
To ensure you catch your flight from Reykjavik to FAO, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Fly without interruptions from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport with Fly Play. This popular carrier offers services from KEF.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between KEF and FAO is Fly Play.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Reykjavik to FAO leaving from Keflavik Airport (KEF), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Keflavik Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Keflavik Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to FAO flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport:
Most flights that depart Reykjavik Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81%.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near FAO:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Reykjavik to Faro Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, central Faro is around 3 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO)
At the moment, R 2,041 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Faro Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,824. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Reykjavik to FAO by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Reykjavik to Faro Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Find an affordable flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Faro. August is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Faro Airport (FAO), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to FAO plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Faro Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Faro Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Lighthouse Beach, Barreta Island and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are must-visits when exploring Faro.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Faro. Around 209 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
If you're looking to explore another side of Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 225 kilometres northwest of Faro. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are key reasons to visit.