Travelling from Dubai to Faro Airport (FAO): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Faro is four hours behind Dubai. Faro Airport is located in Faro, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to FAO, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to FAO departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Break up your flight from Dubai to Faro Airport with a stop at Stuttgart Airport (STR). One of the main stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and FAO, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to FAO flight:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Faro Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near FAO:
Grab a Faro Airport rental car and discover Faro and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Dubai to Faro Airport flight.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Faro. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Faro Airport is RM737. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,865. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to FAO. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Faro Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Faro Airport (FAO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Faro. August is when most people book flights from Dubai 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). Book your Dubai to FAO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Faro Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Faro Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Lighthouse Beach, Ilha Deserta and Eating Algarve Food Tours are leading attractions which should be on any good Faro itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Faro. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.