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Praia do Carvoeiro travel guide

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With a population of 2,784, Praia do Carvoeiro is a must-see destination in Faro, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Praia do Carvoeiro has to offer.

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When to visit Praia do Carvoeiro

Praia do Carvoeiro in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Praia do Carvoeiro in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Praia do Carvoeiro

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 28 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 10m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro. The train journey from Praia do Carvoeiro to Lisbon takes 2h 52m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about $30 for a 5h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 117 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Master Kings and Rent a Star, among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including ALSA, Bus and FlixBus. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 150 miles and will cost you around $36. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $7 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 28 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 10m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro. The train journey from Praia do Carvoeiro to Lisbon takes 2h 52m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about $30 for a 5h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 117 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Master Kings and Rent a Star, among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including ALSA, Bus and FlixBus. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 150 miles and will cost you around $36. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $7 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Praia do Carvoeiro

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Airlines serving Praia do Carvoeiro

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,973 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Praia do Carvoeiro

Average rates range from around $128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $196 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Praia do Carvoeiro

Most booked hotels in Praia do Carvoeiro

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Vale da Lapa Village Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1139 reviews)
$205+
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RR Hotel da Rocha
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 5140 reviews)
$117+
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Vale d'El Rei Hotel & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2115 reviews)
$111+
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Tivoli Carvoeiro
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3937 reviews)
$251+
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Vila Alba Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1595 reviews)
$178+
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Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1767 reviews)
$150+
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Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Faro.

Expect to pay $6.89 per gallon in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.67 and $110.23. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Praia do Carvoeiro, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Faro.

Expect to pay $6.89 per gallon in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.67 and $110.23. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Praia do Carvoeiro, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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