Situated on the south coast of Portugal is Faro Airport Portugal (FAO), lying in the heart of the Algarve. Over five million passengers passed through its doors in 2008, making the number two airport in Portugal. Because of high terrain inland most planes approach from the coast giving some spectacular views of the Algarve coastline.

Cheap car hire at Faro Airport Portugal (FAO) is found in the main terminal, where there are nine different companies to choose from. Local buses ferry passengers to surrounding areas where onward journeys can be made. For a more direct service a taxi stand is found outside the main doors and a have a fixed price to popular areas.

For people with reduced mobility, free wheelchairs are on offer for journeys around the airport. There are also attendants available should further assistance be required from the information desk. Disabled persons’ parking is at the front of the car parks closest to the airport. Inside the airport a post office, bank and currency exchange units are there to for any money and postal matters.

After security there are variety of stores to shop in. On offer is fashion clothing from high street brands, crafts stalls for souvenirs, duty free outlets to stock up before the flight. European food is found at three restaurants in the departure lounge and smaller snack and coffee shops for a lighter meal.

Cheap car hire at Faro Airport Portugal (FAO) is located in the Arrival halls, where nine car rental shops are there to select from. Access to and from the airport is simple and easy to use with Faro town five miles away.