United Airlines Launches Nonstop Flights To The Algarve In Portugal

Known for its nature, its endless, idyllic beaches, and medieval cities, the Algarve is a rugged coastal region in southern Portugal. It just got more convenient for American travelers to visit the Algarve. United Airlines is launching new, nonstop flights to this beautiful region.

United Airlines to launch nonstop flights to the Algarve, Portugal in May

Located in southern Portugal, the Algarve is among the trendiest summer locations for European travelers due to its barmy weather and affordable prices as compared with Mallorca or the Costa Brava in Spain or France’s Côte d’Azur.

However, it was previously not listed on American travelers’ bucket lists and was also not directly served by US-based carriers. However, this is set to change.

New nonstop flights from Newark to the Algarve

Starting from May 21, 2025, in time for summer, United Airlines will offer its inaugural flight from Newark to Faro, linking New Jersey and New York to the capital of the Algarve and its many charming coastal towns.

While the route was originally set to launch in the spring of 2024, it was delayed until 2025. Americans can book their seats now, as tickets are already being sold through the airline’s website.

Flights to the Algarve will be offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, meaning many sets are still available. Meanwhile, for those travelers on a budget, United’s fares are not as high other other popular European hubs United is travelling to this year.

Traveling with United Airlines to the Algarve, Portugal

As for the fares, one-way tickets start at $596, while travelers can definitely enjoy lower fares by connecting through Lisbon for as little as $380. However, the convenience of a nonstop flight without layovers in Lisbon or Porto, even further to the north, makes it even better.

Meanwhile, United will deploy a 176-seat Boeing 757-200 aircraft for the flights to the Algarve. The aircraft offers 16 luxurious Polaris business pods, 42 Economy Plus seats with extra legroom, and 160 seats in the more restricted Economy class.

Moreover, United’s flights to the Algarve will depart from Newark (EWR) at 9:35 pm, local time, arriving in Faro (FA0) at 9:50 am of the following calendar date.

Return flights are scheduled for 11:40 am Portugal time, arriving in the US at 3 pm on the same day.

What does the Algarve have to offer American travelers?

The Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal, boasting a coastline running for an uninterrupted 127 miles. Meanwhile, all these beaches offer excellent swimming with hidden coves and soft golden sands.

Moreover, history buffs will appreciate the historic castles and quaint, cobblestoned streets running through the towns. While boasting ancient, cultural views, the Algarve also boasts luxury resorts in and around Albufeira.

Among the towns is the Algarve’s capital city of Faro, with its beautiful, walled Old Town, with each narrow alley leading to its stunning Cathedral.

Learn more about the Algarve and what it has to offer on the region’s official tourism website, and book that flight through United Airlines here.