International hub · Faro, Portugal
Faro/Algarve
- Elevation
- 24 ft
- Coordinates
- 37°01′N 7°58′W
- Local time
- Europe/Lisbon
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Field information
LPFR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Faro/Algarve (LPFR/FAO) has one runway, 10/28, 8,169 ft (2,490 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LPFR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Lisbon
Country
Portugal
PT
Municipality
Faro
Elevation
24 ft
Position
37.0159, -7.9709
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LPFR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 8,169 ft (2,490 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LPFR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Faro/Algarve (LPFR / FAO) in Faro, Portugal, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LPFR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LPFR
One 24/7 OCC desk
- 01
Overflight & Landing Permits – Portugal
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Portugal. Applicable permit lead times for Portugal are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Portugal are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at LPFR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LPFR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at LPFR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LPFR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to LPFR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LPFR: 37° 0′ 57″ N 7° 58′ 15″ W; elevation 24 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Faro
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Faro. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LPFR.
- 06
Cargo Operations at LPFR
Support for freighter operations into LPFR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LPFR sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into LPFR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Faro/Algarve — one desk for the whole trip.