Direct (nonstop) flights from Faro to Belfast

4 airlines fly nonstop from Faro Airport (FAO) to Aldergrove Airport (BFS). It's 1,221 miles (1,965 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK and others.

FAO
Faro Airport
🇵🇹 Faro, Portugal
BFS
Aldergrove Airport
🇬🇧 Belfast, United Kingdom
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,221 mi
1,965 km
CO₂/pax
206 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Ryanair +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Jet2 Jet2 Ryanair UK Ryanair UK easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
FAO → BFS
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,221 mi
Jet2 LS Jet2
Route
FAO → BFS
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,221 mi
Ryanair UK RK Ryanair UK
Route
FAO → BFS
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,221 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
FAO → BFS
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,221 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Faro to Belfast with one stop · direct emits 206 kg CO₂ per passenger

FAO OPO (Porto) BFS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (293 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (934 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → OPO
1h 10m · 293 mi
View FAO to OPO flights →
Leg 2
OPO → BFS
2h 30m · 934 mi
View OPO to BFS flights →
FAO LPL (Liverpool) BFS
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,153 mi) Leg 2: 50m (165 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → LPL
2h 55m · 1,153 mi
View FAO to LPL flights →
Leg 2
LPL → BFS
50m · 165 mi
View LPL to BFS flights →
FAO BRS (Bristol) BFS
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,025 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (269 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → BRS
2h 40m · 1,025 mi
View FAO to BRS flights →
Leg 2
BRS → BFS
1h 10m · 269 mi
View BRS to BFS flights →
FAO SOU (Southampton) BFS
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,015 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (327 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → SOU
2h 40m · 1,015 mi
View FAO to SOU flights →
Leg 2
SOU → BFS
1h 15m · 327 mi
View SOU to BFS flights →
FAO EMA (Leicestershire) BFS
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,138 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (237 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → EMA
2h 55m · 1,138 mi
View FAO to EMA flights →
Leg 2
EMA → BFS
1h 5m · 237 mi
View EMA to BFS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Faro to Belfast?

A nonstop flight from Faro (FAO) to Belfast (BFS) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,221 miles (1,965 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Faro to Belfast?

4 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Faro to Belfast?

Yes. 4 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet.

How far is Faro from Belfast?

The flight distance from Faro to Belfast is 1,221 miles (1,965 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Faro to Belfast?

At 3h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Portugal to United Kingdom?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Kingdom embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Faro to Belfast?

Roughly 206 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,030 km.

Is the return flight from Belfast to Faro also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Faro to Belfast?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Faro Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.