Faro to Cardiff (FAO–CWL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FAO–CWL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,019 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 3 | 73H | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 7S8 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cardiff from Faro
| Metric | FAO→CWL | AGP→CWL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FAO | – | 193 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 13 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
FAO: WEST · CWL: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Faro, it's 6:00 PM in Cardiff.
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FAO–CWL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FAO to CWL
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport (FAO) and Cardiff International Airport (CWL) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and TUI Airways. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FAO to CWL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FAO to CWL is about 2 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,019 miles (1,640 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Dublin and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Málaga (AGP).