Route notes
Why this routing works
This routing keeps the long-haul structure simple: New York City to Portugal, then onward within Portugal before the return to New York City. With stops in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro over 3 weeks, it works as a focused multi-stop rather than a broader round-the-world ticket, keeping the trip concentrated and the sequencing easy to follow.
Because the itinerary stays within one country after the transatlantic arrival, the ticketing logic is straightforward. You fly into Lisbon, continue to Porto, then move on to Faro before the final long-haul back to New York City. That open sequencing gives a clear north-to-south flow through Portugal while preserving a single international outbound and return framework.
In economy, the fare range of $780 to $1,190 makes this a practical option for travelers who want multiple flight segments without turning the trip into a highly complex build. A May departure fits well within the listed Apr-Jun season, and the 5-night stay in Faro helps anchor the latter part of the itinerary before the return leg.