Official airport taxis
Metered taxis at the rank outside Arrivals, painted beige, black, green or white. Available 24/7; typical four-door, five-seat cars with larger vans for big groups.
All The Information You'll Need About Faro Airport Taxis
Faro airport is located just 4 kilometers (or roughly 2.5 miles) from the center of the city of Faro, and so it won't be a very long taxi ride to get between the two destinations.
Faro Airport just has a single passenger terminal and the taxis will be waiting for passengers outside the arrivals part of the building. There should be signs within the airport directing you to this location, but you can ask a staff representative to help if you're not able to find the taxis.
Only get in taxis that are parked outside the arrivals section of the airport terminal, and official taxis will be painted in beige, black, green or white – don't get in any other vehicles, and ignore anyone that comes up to you inside the terminal and promises to give you a discount taxi ride.
You can expect the average journey to take just 10 minutes, but this can fluctuate depending on the time of day you're traveling. If your flight lands during busy times like rush hour then you might have a longer wait for the taxi and a slower ride, totaling 20 minutes or more. But if you're traveling at quieter times then the ride to your accommodation could take less than 10 minutes.
Faro Airport Taxis that pick up at the airport use meters, and this means that fares are calculated based on the total distance that you travel. If you're getting a taxi to a hotel or other destination in downtown Faro then you can expect the fare to be about €15. However, if you are traveling a greater distance beyond the city then the final fare you'll have to pay will likely be much higher.
Be aware that if you are traveling between the hours of 9pm and 6am then a more expensive evening fare will apply, which means that the cost will be above the standard daytime charge.
Tipping Faro Airport taxi drivers is not required, but many drivers do expect at least a few Euros from their passengers as a thank you for a safe and quick trip. If you believe the ride was comfortable and fair then you can tip your driver, but don't if you think the journey was unsafe.
You will be able to get a taxi to pick you from the airport 24 hours a day, every day of the week, so it doesn't matter if your flight is delayed and you end up arriving late in the evening. Just note that if you do land at such a time then your wait for a taxi may be longer than usual.
Most of the official taxis that serve the airport are typical four-door, five-seat cars but there are larger vans available if you're traveling with a big group, or you can just get more than one regular taxi. And if you have any companions that have mobility issues then there are taxis available, but you might want to consider booking this type of taxi in advance of your flight.
Approximate metered fares from Faro Airport, per vehicle (up to 4 passengers) in daytime. A higher tariff applies at night (9pm–6am) and an oversized-luggage fee may apply.
| Destination | Approx. fare | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Faro city centre | €15 | ~10 min |
| Praia de Faro (beach) | €16 | ~15 min |
| Olhão | €22 | ~18 min |
| Loulé | €35 | ~22 min |
| Quarteira | €38 | ~24 min |
| Vilamoura | €42 | ~25 min |
| Tavira | €55 | ~35 min |
| Albufeira | €60 | ~40 min |
| Carvoeiro | €75 | ~50 min |
| Portimão | €85 | ~55 min |
| Lagos | €105 | ~70 min |
Although getting a taxi from Faro Airport can be relatively straightforward, there are some tips and tricks that can help you to prevent any possible problems and remove any stress.
You may want to just wait until you land at the airport and then try to get a taxi outside, but it's also possible to book your taxi ride in advance. One benefit of doing this is that the driver will monitor your flight and so in the event that it is delayed and arrives many hours later, the driver will know this is happening and adjust their pickup time and be there when you land.
Taxi rides from the airport to Faro or anywhere else in Portugal are charged per vehicle, and not per person, so you should dispute the fare with the driver if they try to make everyone in your group pay the same fare – it should just be a single fare no matter the size of your group.
There is no guarantee that your airport taxi driver will be able to accept payment using a major credit card, so you should travel with more than enough Euros to cover the cost of the trip.
If you would rather take a rideshare service than a traditional taxi, you can use the apps Cabify and Uber at Faro Airport and a one-way ride to Faro is typically around €10. If you decide to use this alternative to a taxi then you will also meet your driver outside the terminal's arrivals area.
The only surcharge that drivers typically charge is for rides at night, but be aware that you might have to pay an oversized luggage fee if you are transporting certain larger items.
The vast majority of taxi drivers who might pick you up at Faro Airport are honest and friendly. But sadly there are a few that will try to scam you in certain ways, such as taking you on a very long route to your hotel or other destination that results in an unnecessarily large fare. These tips can be useful in helping you to known about and avoid certain taxi scams
Metered taxis at the rank outside Arrivals, painted beige, black, green or white. Available 24/7; typical four-door, five-seat cars with larger vans for big groups.
Ride-hailing app. A one-way ride to Faro is typically around €10; you meet your driver outside the Arrivals area.
Ride-hailing app operating at Faro Airport, with the fare shown in the app before you book.
Another popular ride-hailing app widely used across Portugal, with up-front app pricing.
Pre-booked, fixed-price transfers with meet & greet and flight monitoring — ideal for groups and a guaranteed price.
Taxis for passengers with mobility issues are available — best booked in advance of your flight.
Fixed price, flight monitored, driver waiting at Arrivals.
Fares are approximate estimates — taxis are metered, so the final price depends on distance, traffic, time of day and luggage. Please confirm with the driver before you set off.