Faro to London, Essex (FAO–STN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FAO–STN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Jet2 lead the route. The flight covers 1,103 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 17 | 73H, 7M8 | 3h | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2 | 7 | 73H | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London, Essex from Faro
| Metric | FAO→STN | SVQ→STN | LIS→STN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FAO | – | 118 mi | 138 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 12 | 29 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 45m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
FAO: WET · STN: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Faro, it's 6:00 PM in London, Essex.
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.
FAO–STN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FAO to STN
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport (FAO) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Jet2. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FAO to STN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FAO to STN ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,103 miles (1,774 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NTE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seville (SVQ), Lisbon (LIS) and Tangier (TNG).