Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 5 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
C$ 124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Praia do Carvoeiro in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 124
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 46 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. Airlines that fly from Canada to Praia do Carvoeiro include Air Transat, WestJet and Porter Airlines. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 12h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 188 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Record go and Tangerine, among others, in Lisbon.

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 46 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. Airlines that fly from Canada to Praia do Carvoeiro include Air Transat, WestJet and Porter Airlines. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 12h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 188 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Record go and Tangerine, among others, in Lisbon.

Airports near Praia do Carvoeiro

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Airlines serving Praia do Carvoeiro

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (983 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,388 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,449 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,784 reviews)
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Where to stay in Praia do Carvoeiro

From 5-star hotels such as the Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort to great affordable options like the Hotel Carvoeiro Plaza, Praia do Carvoeiro offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 148 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Praia do Carvoeiro

Most booked hotels in Praia do Carvoeiro

Jupiter Algarve Hotel - Beach & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 106+
Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 113+
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 186+
Pestana Palm Gardens
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 66+
Vila Alba Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 138+
NH Marina Portimão Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs C$ 25 per day, on average, or C$ 127 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Praia do Carvoeiro.

Expect to pay C$ 3.33 per litre 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 C$ 39.94 and C$ 53.26. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs C$ 25 per day, on average, or C$ 127 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Praia do Carvoeiro.

Expect to pay C$ 3.33 per litre 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 C$ 39.94 and C$ 53.26. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.