For aircraft, 2 fixed base operators provide a comprehensive service wrap. Aircraft services include aircraft cleaning and refueling, arrival and departure baggage assistance, domestic and international handling and weather briefings. Faro airport is open from 0600-0000 hrs. For passengers and crew, a range of facilities are available to ensure a comfortable and relaxing start or end to your journey. Services include a luxury lounge, showers and complimentary newspapers. Other facilities include customs and immigrations liaison and hotel and restaurant reservation. For late arrivals, or those looking to stay over, more than 15 hotels are conveniently located near to Faro Airport. In addition to the airports close proximity to The Algarve, it is also within a short distance of the Spanish border and a short flight from the Portuguese capital of Lisbon.