FAO - Faro Airport
Faro, Portugal
IATA Code: FAO · Faro, Portugal
The airport code FAO is the IATA identifier for Faro Airport. You may also find it referred to as Faro Airport (FAO).
Faro Airport (FAO) serves Faro, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FAO is the IATA airport code for Faro Airport, located in Faro, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.0144°N, 7.9659°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- FAO
- City
- Faro
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Europe/Lisbon
- Latitude
- 37.0144°
- Longitude
- -7.9659°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FAO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRM - Portimao | 57 km | $879 | $2/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 323 km | $4,983 | $10/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 489 km | $7,544 | $15/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 510 km | $7,868 | $16/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 520 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| BEM - Beni Mellal | 535 km | $8,254 | $17/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 542 km | $8,362 | $17/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 549 km | $8,470 | $17/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 551 km | $8,501 | $17/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 576 km | $8,887 | $18/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 583 km | $8,995 | $18/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 586 km | $9,041 | $18/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 598 km | $9,226 | $18/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 601 km | $9,272 | $19/passenger |
| RMU - Murcia | 610 km | $9,411 | $19/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 627 km | $9,673 | $19/passenger |
| MJV - Murcia | 637 km | $9,828 | $20/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 644 km | $9,936 | $20/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 650 km | $10,028 | $20/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 651 km | $10,044 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FAO Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from FAO
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Faro
Faro experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through FAO
As a European airport, FAO falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via FAO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Faro Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FAO
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to FAO are PRM, BYJ, ROZ — consider these for potentially lower fares