Direct (nonstop) flights from Faro to Frankfurt

2 airlines fly nonstop from Faro Airport (FAO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 1,219 miles (1,961 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by Lufthansa, TUI fly Deutschland.

FAO
Faro Airport
🇵🇹 Faro, Portugal
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,219 mi
1,961 km
CO₂/pax
206 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Lufthansa +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Lufthansa Lufthansa TUI fly Deutschland TUI fly Deutschland

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
FAO → FRA
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,219 mi
TUI fly Deutschland X3 TUI fly Deutschland
Route
FAO → FRA
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,219 mi

Alternative Routes

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

FAO LUX (Luxembourg) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,122 mi) Leg 2: 50m (109 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → LUX
2h 45m · 1,122 mi
View FAO to LUX flights →
Leg 2
LUX → FRA
50m · 109 mi
View LUX to FRA flights →
FAO NTE (Nantes) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (772 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (506 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → NTE
2h 5m · 772 mi
View FAO to NTE flights →
Leg 2
NTE → FRA
1h 35m · 506 mi
View NTE to FRA flights →
FAO DUS (Dusseldorf) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,222 mi) Leg 2: 50m (116 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → DUS
2h 55m · 1,222 mi
View FAO to DUS flights →
Leg 2
DUS → FRA
50m · 116 mi
View DUS to FRA flights →
FAO LYS (Lyon) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (903 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (340 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → LYS
2h 20m · 903 mi
View FAO to LYS flights →
Leg 2
LYS → FRA
1h 25m · 340 mi
View LYS to FRA flights →
FAO BSL (Basel, Switzerland/Mulhouse) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,075 mi) Leg 2: 1h (175 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → BSL
2h 45m · 1,075 mi
View FAO to BSL flights →
Leg 2
BSL → FRA
1h · 175 mi
View BSL to FRA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Faro to Frankfurt?

A nonstop flight from Faro (FAO) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,219 miles (1,961 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Faro to Frankfurt?

2 airlines: Lufthansa, TUI fly Deutschland.

Is there a nonstop flight from Faro to Frankfurt?

Yes. 2 airlines: Lufthansa, TUI fly Deutschland.

How far is Faro from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Faro to Frankfurt is 1,219 miles (1,961 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Faro and Frankfurt?

Frankfurt is 1 hour ahead of Faro. (Europe/Lisbon vs Europe/Berlin.)

What type of aircraft flies from Faro to Frankfurt?

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 Germany?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt?

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.