Flights to Albufeira, Faro District from NT$10,287

If you’re traveling by air, you won’t have to ponder too long which airport to choose. Albufeira has just one – Faro Intl. Airport (FAO).

The journey between Algarve Airport and downtown Albufeira is fairly long. You’ll have to travel 26 kilometers before you can check in to your hotel in the city.

Located 26 kilometers from the downtown area, FAO is likely to be your first stop in Albufeira.

There are a total of 25 airlines connecting Albufeira to 60 airports around the world.

EasyJet, British Airways and Wizz Air UK are the most frequent fliers to Albufeira. The highest number of flights come in from London, with easyJet offering the most services on this route.

With roughly 352 direct flights running each week, you’ll be hitting the runway in Albufeira before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

The most popular flights to Albufeira leave from London, Dublin and Greater Manchester airports.

If it’s London you’re departing, you’ll be in the sky for around 2 hours and 51 minutes before you touchdown in Albufeira. Terminal to terminal from Dublin takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes and from Lisbon District, the flight time is 45 minutes.

If you want to save some cash on your trip to Albufeira, listen up! As any experienced jet-setter will tell you, don’t leave booking until the last minute. Fares are often highest close to the departure date. Don’t stop there, though. Do some research and find out if there is more than one airport at your destination. Prices often differ depending on the airport you jet into. Remember to compare prices across air carriers too. Lastly, another easy way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you see a good deal, don’t hold off — snap it up while you’ve got the chance.

No matter where you’re coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you’re well organized. Follow these handy tips and tricks that will help get your Albufeira escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First of all, put in your passport, official ID, wallet and medications. Next, you’ll want some extra in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A juicy book and a phone filled with your favorite movies are good options. If you hope to take a short snooze, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earplugs will also be useful. Finally, find room for a toothbrush and some facial wipes so you’ll arrive at your destination feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don’t have a sharp object hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive products, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The narrow aisles of your aircraft are not the place for a fashion parade. Wear comfortable clothes and remember to bring a sweater as the temperature can drop inside the cabin. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a good choice.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-distance flying is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To prevent this, make the most of every opportunity to stretch your legs and walk around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help minimize this risk.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will help make your trip to Albufeira a piece of cake. Below are some useful tips for a stress-free journey through security:

• Be sure to keep your travel documents and ID close by. They’ll be the first things you’ll be asked for by airport security.
• After that, both you and your carry-on luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, remove anything that might set the alarms off. Personal belongings like your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your phone and laptop, will also need to be scanned separately.
• Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It’s also possible you’ll need to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp objects in the cabin. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked luggage.