Newquay NQY to Faro FAO Flights

Faro is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

The best events to attend in Faro include:

• Festa de São João, a traditional festival featuring music, dancing, and fireworks
• Festival do Mar, a celebration of seafood with tastings and cooking demonstrations
• Algarve International Guitar Festival, an annual event showcasing guitar performances from international artists
• Faro Medieval Festival, a historical reenactment event with medieval markets and entertainment.

The best holidays to experience in Faro include:

• Carnival, lively parades and colorful costumes in February
• Easter, beautiful spring weather and local religious traditions in April
• Portugal Day, national pride celebrations with cultural events in June
• Assumption of Mary, local festivities and processions in August
• All Saints' Day, a time for remembrance with unique local customs in November.

The best seasons to visit Faro are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Faro is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.