Travelling from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Rome is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The average time for a direct flight from Rome to Faro Airport is 2 hours 56 minutes.
The timezone in Faro is UTC+0, which is 1 hour behind Rome. Faro Airport is located in Faro.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Faro Airport (FAO) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Ryanair at 18:20. Opt for the first FCO to FAO departure operated by Ryanair at 10:35 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Rome to FAO. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO) leave from this terminal.
Ryanair is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Rome to Faro Airport jetting out of FCO.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Rome to FAO with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between FCO and FAO include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is around 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Looking to fly out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO) departing from this busy hub.
From CIA, direct flights from Rome to FAO are offered by Ryanair.
Break up your flight from Rome to Faro Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and FAO include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
You can arrive at CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to FAO, take it easy in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Faro Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO)
R 472 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Faro Airport. Return flights start from R 1,189. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Rome to FAO by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Faro Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Faro Airport (FAO)
January is the quietest time to travel to Faro. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Faro Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Faro. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Rome to FAO during then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rome to Faro Airport.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Faro Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are must-visits when exploring Faro.
Complete your Faro trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Faro and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Rome to Faro Airport.