Faro to Dublin (FAO–DUB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FAO–DUB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 1,137 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 26 | 7M8 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| EI Aer Lingus | 14 | 320 | 2h40-3h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dublin from Faro
| Metric | FAO→DUB | SVQ→DUB | LIS→DUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FAO | – | 118 mi | 138 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 40 | 9 | 39 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 50m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
FAO: WET · DUB: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Faro, it's 6:00 PM in Dublin.
Portugal and Ireland are both EU member states. Portuguese citizens enter freely with a national ID card or passport. No visa, registration, or time limit applies. Ireland is not in the Schengen area but EU free movement rules still apply.
Airlink 747 coaches depart from outside both terminals every 10–15 minutes to the city centre (€7 one-way). Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 are cheaper (€3.10 with Leap card) but slower, taking 45–70 minutes. Taxis are metered; expect €25–40 to the city centre depending on traffic and time of day.
Rental car desks are located in both terminal buildings with a large multi-storey car park adjacent. For north-side city destinations, the airport is relatively quick via the Port Tunnel; south-side journeys add considerable time during peak hours.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet weather year-round. Summers (June–August) are cool and frequently overcast, with highs of 17–21°C. Winters are mild (3–9°C) with frequent rain but rarely frost or snow. Fog can affect operations in autumn and winter, particularly early mornings.
Wind is the primary disruption risk. Atlantic storms from October through March can cause ground stops and diverts. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season; dry, sunny days occur but rarely in long stretches.
FAO–DUB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FAO to DUB
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport (FAO) and Dublin Airport (DUB) are connected by nonstop service from Aer Lingus and Ryanair. With 40 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FAO to DUB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FAO to DUB ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,137 miles (1,830 km). There are approximately 40 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via HHN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seville (SVQ), Lisbon (LIS) and Málaga (AGP).