Birmingham to Faro Flights

Leave Birmingham behind

Birmingham Airport is one of the biggest in the UK. It is easy to access and close to the bustling city centre, which can provide lots to see and do. The great value flights Birmingham Airport offers to are available to travellers from all parts of the country, as the airport is located close to a hub of the motorway network.

Car parking is plentiful for flights from Birmingham, with three large long stay areas and a drop off zone. Make sure you book online to save money. Advance bookings start at £3.99 per day. If you would rather not worry about parking, it may work out cheaper to get the train to Birmingham International and hop on the brilliant Air Rail Link. This free train service whisks passengers directly to the airport from the platform. The airport is also well served by long distance coaches from a variety of cities.

The modern terminal has everything the business traveller needs, with Wi-Fi hotspots and facilities such as photocopying and meeting rooms available. If you are feeling peckish, you can sit down for a bite to eat at one of several restaurants including Frankie & Benny's and The Meriden. Picking up some last minute shopping before boarding will also save you some money, thanks to the duty free shopping facilities that are available. The number of flights from Birmingham to Faro is increasing all the time, and you can find the best deals on flights, accommodation and vehicle hire at ebookers.com.

Faro Airport Information

With beautiful waters and sandy beaches, Faro, Portugal, is hailed as a premier destination for those looking to soak up the sun in Europe. Visitors to the city will land at Faro Airport, located approximately two miles west of the city. The airport can be quite busy during the summer, so book your flight in advance through ebookers to ensure you get travel dates that best fit your itinerary.

Transportation into the City

The airport offers multiple travel options into the city. A public bus makes regular runs into the city, and taxi services are also available, though cabs may charge extra fees for large baggage or highway tolls. Numerous car rental agencies, such as Budget and Europcar, maintain on-site kiosks at the airport. You should book a rental in advance through ebookers to find discounts on rates and to ensure you get the type of vehicle you desire.

Weather in Faro

Because of its Mediterranean climate, Faro experiences comfortable temperatures year round. Winters are mild and rainy, with average low temperatures around 16°C in January. Summers are hot and sunny, making these months the most popular travel times for travellers. The warmest month is July, with an average high of about 29°C. If you wish to spend the bulk of your time enjoying the great outdoors, plan to visit the region between June and September when little precipitation falls.

Things to Do in Faro

Faro is far more than just a beach town. From snapping photographs of the beautiful Arco de Vila to taking in a show at Teatro Lethes, visitors to Faro can find plenty to see and do. Travellers can visit Alisuper, one of the area's major supermarkets, or explore Igreja de São Francisco, an incredible Gothic monument with stunning woodwork and tiling. Find cheap flights to Faro on ebookers, and explore everything this marvellous city has to offer.