Travelling from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between SCQ and FAO:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Geneve Airport
Bilbao Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Portugal, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SCQ to FAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport is R 970. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,535. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SCQ to FAO, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela Airport can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SCQ? If you've booked an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel close to FAO if you have a late flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Faro. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Faro. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Faro Airport for August if you want to explore Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCQ to FAO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Faro
Start your Faro trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from SCQ to FAO, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Faro Old Town, Lands - Ria Formosa & Faro Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tours, Kayaking & More and Capela dos Ossos are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Faro itinerary.
Complete your Faro trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Faro Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Faro stay.