Faro to London (FAO–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FAO–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,064 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 17 | 320, 32A, 32N | 2h50-2h55 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Faro
| Metric | FAO→LHR | LIS→LHR | GIB→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FAO | – | 138 mi | 157 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 11 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 224 | 45 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 2h 44m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
FAO: WET · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Faro, it's 6:00 PM in London.
Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
FAO–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FAO to LHR
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport (FAO) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FAO to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FAO to LHR ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,064 miles (1,713 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via LYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lisbon (LIS), Gibraltar (GIB) and Málaga (AGP).