Faro Airport

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Location Name

Faro Airport

Airport codes

FAO

Location Address

8001-701 Faro, Portugal

Access

From Faro, take route EN125 – the airport is clearly signposted.
Car Parking

Airport Overview

Contacts

Telephone

(0289) 800 800

Fax

(0)289 818 802

Email

faro.airport@ana-aeroportos.pt

Web

www.ana.pt

Time Zone

GMT (GMT + 1 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October)

Airport Information

There is an information service desk at the meeting point in the terminal building. Passengers can contact the information service (tel: (0289) 800 617) for details of flights, disabled facilities, opening hours and public transport timetables. Cultural and tourist information is also available on arrival from the ICEP desk.

Airlines

Air Berlin 289 800 832
Portimar 289 818 716
Air Pass 289 800 889
Portuglia 289 800 852
ASAP 289 800 876
Portway 289 889 406
GBAirways 289 800 771
PTS 289 800 880
Hapag Lloyd 289 800 749
Servisair 289 800 692
Monarch 289 889 475

Terminals

1

Facilities

Money and communications: There are banks in both the Arrivals and Departures concourses, with ATMs located nearby. A bureau de change and post office are located in the Arrivals concourse. Internet access points are available throughout the airport.
Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants, cafés and bars at the airport.
Shopping: There are duty-free (for non-EU travellers) and tax-paid shops at the airport, offering a wide variety of goods.
Luggage: There is a lost property facility near the meeting point (tel: (0289) 800 688).
Other facilities: There are several travel agencies and a pharmacy.

Restrooms / Toilets
Toilets are located in and around the terminal

Disabled facilities / Medical Facilities

Toilets and ramps are available at Faro AIrport

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or assistance should inform their airline at the time of booking. Lifts and disabled toilets are located throughout the airport. Disabled passengers can park in reserved spaces in the car park opposite the terminal building.

Business facilities

A conference room is, exceptionally, available for hire in the terminal building; facilities for up to 65 delegates include TV and video. For further information on business facilities, contact the airport manager (fax: (0289) 818 802) stating your requirements. Passengers wishing to use the CIP Lounge (tel: (0289) 800 787) should enquire at the information desk

Bars and restaurants
Fast food, cafeteria and restaurants are located in the airport shopping centre.

Shopping at Faro airport
Faro airport has many shops and three duty free shops available; find gifts, jewellery, music stores, sports, shoe shops as well as many others shops.

Driving in Portugal

Before you collect your hire car in Portugal it's definitely worth having a look through the rules and regulations of the roads just to avoid any confusion.
Driving license requirements in Portugal:

Visitors may drive using their national license, as long as it's in a language that uses the Roman alphabet.

If your license uses a different alphabet then you'll need an International Driving Permit in English (you can get these through motoring organisations such as AA, AAA, RAC, etc.). All other driving licenses are acceptable.

Remember you're required by law to carry your drivers license with you at all times.
Age requirements for driving in Portugal.

Car Rental companies in Portugal have age restrictions so you may be charged extra if your age exceeds the maximum age or you are younger than the minimum age.

This will all be included in your quote, just check the quotation docket for a breakdown of charges.
Speed Limits on Portuguese roads:

Motorway 120 km/h
Open road 90 km/h
In town and villages 50 km/h
Tips for driving your hire car in Portugal

Always drive on the right. Don't obstruct fast lanes. On some motorways and open roads you can overtake slow moving traffic on the left, just be watchful of signs that tell you the contrary.
Keep you eyes peeled and stay alert; you'll need to adapt quickly to local conditions to get by.
Take the time to quiz the rental staff about local driving regulations, it pays to know what's what.
Drivers who wear glasses should have a spare pair tucked away in the car at all times.
The Portuguese require the driver and front seat and back seat passengers to wear seat belts that are fitted.
Children must wear seat belts even in the back seats. Children under the age of 12 cannot travel in the front passenger seat.
Maximum speed limit in Portugal is 120 Km/h (75mph)
Speed limits are enforced and there are radar controls. Radar detectors are illegal.
Most Portuguese drivers are polite and courteous, so be respectful and you'll get by just fine.
Do not argue with police. Be polite, be patient.
Two warning triangle should be carried at all times.
Drinking and driving incurs heavy fines, loss of drivers license and/or even prison sentences. The Portuguese allow 0.005 milligrams of alcohol per litre of blood.
Fines are charged on the spot in cash or by credit card and can range from 300 euro upwards. If the driver has neither, the car can be confiscated until payment is made.

Fuel types available in Portugal

Unleaded Petroleum (gasoline and all grades)
Diesel
LPG
Check carefully before filling whether your rental car uses petrol or diesel. If you make a mistake don't start the vehicle as you'll have to pay for any repair costs. Just inform service station staff, and you can get the tank drained and refilled with the correct fuel.
Gas stations are generally open 24 hours a day and most are self-service. Times do vary though, particularly in the country, and many stations close during lunch (noon till 3pm). Always stay topped up just in case.
Most major credit cards are accepted for fuel payment.

Parking in Portugal

Always park on the right, your car must not face the traffic.
No parking signs should always be obeyed as clamping and on-the-spot fines are common place in towns and cities.
As in your own country, severe penalties may be incurred for dangerous parking, so park safely.
In towns during office hours there is a 90 minute parking limit, stick to it or you could end up with a fine or clamping.
Fines are enforced for littering so find a bin for your rubbish.
A reflector jacket has to be carried in the car at all times; not having one can result in a fine of 600 euro.
Use of mobile phone without hands free can result in a fine.

Top Ten Things To Do In Faro

Since the 13th century, when the Moors were driven out, the city of Faro has been a part of Portugal. Through the centuries, Faro’s local charm and beauty has seen devastation at the hands of the Earl of Essex in the 1500s and by earthquakes in the 1700s. Faro, however, has survived and offers many points of interest for travelers. What are some of the top destinations that a person should see when visiting Faro?

Capela d’Ossos and the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Monte do Carmo do Faro. Built in 1713, the Igreja de Nossa Senhora is one of the oldest churches in Faro. Visitors from all over the world stop at the church to see its gilded baroque altar, bell tower and belfries. Of particular interest is the Capela d’Ossos or, as it is also known, the Chapel of Bones. This unique chapel was constructed in the 1800s and for a mere seventy-five cents; a visitor can tour the facility. The chapel is unlike any other in the fact that its walls are lined with over 1,200 human skulls and bones.

Se. At one time Se Cathedral was the site of a mosque. Today, the cathedral is decorated in a Gothic and Renaissance style with many beautiful and old tiles. Most of the tiles in the Se cathedral were made in the 1600s and 1700s. The oldest, and some believe the most beautiful, of these tiles are found in Se’s chapel, Capela do Rosario.

Igreja de Sao Franciso. Another favorite travel stop in Faro is the Igreja de Sao Franciso. This church is known for its baroque style of architecture. However, it is the church’s tiles that intrigue visitors. The tiles are decorated and arranged to depict the life of the patron Saint Francis.

Museu Municipal. Faro is also home to many noteworthy museums. The Museu Municipal is no exception. The museum’s home is a converted convent that was originally constructed in the 1500s. Visitors can view a number of displays including an impressive collection of Roman artifacts, sculptures and statues.

Museu Maritimo. This is Faro’s maritime museum. Travelers who stop by the Museum Maritimo are treated to a number of models and boats that are infamous in Faro’s history. Of particular interest are replicas of boats used in Vasco da Gama’s trek to India as well as crafts used in an expedition along the Congo River in the 15th century.

Museu Ethografico Regional. Visitors to Faro who want to know more about the region’s culture should make plans to stop at the Museu Ethografico Regional. The museum gives historical information and displays on various aspects of folklore, culture and industry found throughout Faro and other local areas.

Loule. The little town of Loule sits just north of Faro. Loule is infamous for its unique landscape of plaster chimneys found on many buildings in the area. Travelers to Loule can also tour the Igreja Matriz and Moorish Castelo. The Igreja Matriz was constructed in the 1200s. The church is renowned for its Gothic style of architecture. The Moorish Castelo is now an historical museum that sits atop the ruins of the former Moorish castle.

Sao Bras de Alportal. For the nature enthusiast, a day trip to Sao Bras de Alportal is a must. This region, just outside of Faro, is known for its beautiful landscape and tranquility. Visitors can walk through open fields or groves that are filled with native vegetation such as figs and almonds.

Arco da Vila. For a taste of architecture, a person should visit the Arco da Vila. The gate was originally constructed in the 1700s and has withstood several destructive earthquakes. Today the Arco da Vila signifies the entrance to Faro’s Old Town.

Old Town. To experience some of Faro’s “old world” atmosphere, a visitor should make plans to explore Cidade Vella, or Old Town. The markets are filled with handcrafts and other items that are unique to the area.