$331 Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Algarve (FAO)

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

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.