$414 Cheap flight deals from Seattle (SEA) to Algarve (FAO)

Seattle Airport

While Seattle is home to several airports, the only one that handles commercial flights is the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Also known as Sea-Tac, this airport is responsible for all incoming flights, along with flights from Seattle. Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and US Airways are a few airlines that operate out of this airport. Located in SeaTac, Washington, the airport sits along the intersection of three state routes: 99, 518, and 509. Though the airport has three terminals, only the Concourse Terminal and North Satellite Terminal handle domestic flights. The South Satellite Terminal specializes in international flights. It's just a short drive from the airport to downtown.

Transportation

When you need to reach your hotel quickly, head for the public transportation system, which consists of Sound Transit and Metro Transit. The buses and light rails only cost a few dollars, and you can visit the sales counter at any station to purchase tickets for your trip. The light rail system drops passengers directly at some of the top hotels in the downtown area. Seattle uses a grid system for its roads, which makes finding your hotel easy if you drive. You can use the Orbitz.com sign to look for rental cars from the airport.

Weather

If you visit during the spring, winter, or fall, you need a warm coat and an umbrella. Though the city does not get snow, it does get a high amount of rain during these seasons, and temperatures that can drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer is much warmer, with temperatures in the high 70s and less rainfall.

Popular Attractions

Seattle is home to dozens of cultural activities and attractions, including the Seattle International Film Festival, the Henry Art Galley, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the Seattle Underground Tour, which takes you through older parts of the city. When you look for flights from Seattle on Orbitz.com, take a few minutes to look for other low-cost attractions in the city.

Faro Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights to Faro, the popular European beach town in the Algarve region of Portugal. Visitors to Faro fly into Faro Airport, also called AeroPorto de Faro, located at Montenegro 8005, approximately three miles west of the town center. More than 30 airlines offer service from many European locations to Faro Airport, including Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair and EasyJet. The airport experiences very heavy traffic in the summer months from March to October, so buying an air ticket in advance is the key to getting the lowest fare.

Faro Airport Transportation Options

Public bus service is available from the airport to the EVA Bus Terminal in the town center on the number 16 and number 14 buses. A taxi stand is located at the arrivals terminal. A taxi seating four people will cost approximately 10€ to the town center, while a taxi seating six will cost approximately 13€. The most popular ground transportation option renting a car. Rental car companies that have a desk at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Budget and Europcar.

Weather Information for Faro

Faro's summers are sunny and hot, with average temperatures from 81 to 95°F. Winter months are mild, with average temperatures from 46 to 63°F. It rarely rains in Faro during the summer season. The town experiences most of its rainfall during the winter months. Travelers who visit during the area's beach season are almost guaranteed great weather.

Popular Attractions in the Faro Area

Besides lazing on the beach, there are a number of popular area attractions to visit in Faro. Ria Formosa lagoon, the Jewish Heritage Center, the Capela dos Ossos and Faro International Motorcycle Rally are only some of the sights to see in Faro. Orbitz.com can help you find deals on admission to area attractions as well as cheap flights to Faro.