Large airport · Faro, Portugal
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport is a large airport serving Faro, Portugal. Its IATA code is FAO. Its ICAO code is LPFR. It has 1 runway, longest 8,169 ft (ASP). Elevation 24 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Faro, Portugal |
|---|---|
| IATA code | FAO |
| ICAO code | LPFR |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 8,169 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 24 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 37.0159° N, 7.9709° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
National parks near this airport
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- Doñana National Park · Spain · 84.5 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport?
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport — its IATA code is FAO and its ICAO code is LPFR.
Where is Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport located?
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport serves Faro, Portugal. Its coordinates are 37.0159° N, 7.9709° W.
How high is Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport?
Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport sits at 24 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#4448
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faro_Airport_(Portugal)
Page last updated 13 November 2026.