Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Faro is five hours ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your BHM to FAO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Currently, $640 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $721. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHM to FAO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from BHM land on time.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 6 miles from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BHM? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
Consider booking a hotel near FAO if you're taking a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Faro Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice to explore Faro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport is approximately 6 miles from the center of Faro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Faro Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Faro. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 66ºF and 84ºF. Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Faro Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BHM to FAO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 48ºF and 61ºF on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. About 140 miles north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 290 miles north of Faro, Porto is another favorite stop in Portugal. Start your sightseeing at Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.