Traveling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport take 2 hours 57 minutes. Faro and London share the same timezone (UTC+0), meaning you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport start from 05:55 — the earliest with easyJet. The last departure is the 22:45 service with easyJet. Overall, you can take your pick of 45 weekly services from LGW to FAO.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Visiting Faro (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular carrier runs direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LGW and FAO include:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LGW to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Faro Airport (FAO)
C$30 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport. Return flights start from C$58. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 2 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LGW to FAO.
October is the cheapest month for flight tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LGW to FAO. You don't need to search every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel near FAO if you're taking a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to the center of Faro is about 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Faro Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Faro, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LGW to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Faro
After locking in your flights from LGW to FAO, you'll need to find a hotel in Faro. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are must-do's during your Faro adventure.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Faro trip.