Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Manchester and Faro follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Each week, there are 33 Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, jump on the 05:50 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 20:25 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MAN to FAO flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Faro (and then other corners of Portugal) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering MAN to FAO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and FAO:
Dublin Airport
Belfast International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Faro Airport (FAO)
Currently, $27 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $73. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from MAN to FAO, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAN to FAO.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Manchester Airport is around 11 miles from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Faro Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Faro Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and explore beyond Faro's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Faro Airport around one week ahead.
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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Faro in January.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Faro Airport for August if you want to explore Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 66ºF and 84ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 48ºF and 61ºF. Search for cheap tickets from MAN to FAO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. About 140 miles north-west of Faro, a trip to Lisbon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Porto is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 290 miles north of Faro. No trip is complete without a visit to Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.