London to Porto Flights

Flights from London

There are several good options when booking flights from London. With a number of large international airports, London is a major hub for air transport, and is therefore a good starting point for travel to many destinations around the world. London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London Stansted are all busy departure points, and can all be reached by road or public transport from the city centre. London City and London Luton airports are also departure points for flights from London.

Getting to the airport

When travelling by car, each of the major airports offers extensive parking facilities, often with dedicated bus transfer from the car park to the air terminals. Meanwhile, there are also a number of ways to get to the airports by public transport. London Heathrow, for example, is 15 miles from central London and can be reached in about an hour on the Piccadilly line of the London Underground, or in 15 to 30 minutes by express train from Paddington station. London Gatwick, 28 miles outside central London, can be reached by express train from Victoria station in about half an hour. London Stansted is further away, at 40 miles from central London, and is 45 minutes away by train from Liverpool Street station.

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With the number of airports within easy reach of central London, there are good possibilities for different flights from London to Porto. For a comprehensive search of current offers, check ebookers.ie. As well as air travel, ebookers.ie lets travellers book car rental and accommodation in just a few clicks.

Airport in Porto

Porto is a charismatic and unique city, which draws tourists to its elaborate old-world architecture. It is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport, or simply Porto Airport, serves the city of Porto. The state-of-the-art airport is about seven miles north of the city centre and approximately fifteen minutes away from Porto’s top tourist destinations. The airport is a hub to major airlines, such as Air Berlin, Ryanair, SATA International, and easyJet. Porto Airport is the second busiest airport in Portugal, so booking your flights in advance with ebookers ensures you'll get great travel deals to the city.

Transportation from Porto Airport

Taking the Metro Purple Line just outside the terminal is the fastest mode of transport to Porto. The trip to the city centre takes thirty minutes for a single fare of €2.20. The train stops at Estadio do Dragao, the current grounds of F.C. Porto. Local STCP bus lines connect passengers to the city centre for fares starting at €1.50 and can be found outside the arrivals hall. Although it’s more expensive at €20, taxis are the preferred mode of transport if you have several pieces of luggage.

Weather in Porto

Porto has warm, dry summers, and balmy, rainy winters. Summer temperatures are comfortable at 15°C to 25°C, but temperatures can increase to 40°C during heat waves. Winters are pleasantly mild at 6°C to 14°C. The dry season is often cut short by occasional showers, and it is best to visit the city from June to mid-August to avoid the frequent rains.

Major Attractions in Porto

Tourists are drawn to Porto’s historic city centre, baroque-style buildings, and exquisite wines. The historic city centre of Porto is a World Heritage Site, which boasts spectacular interior designs and opulent churches. The Sao Francisco and Santa Clara Church are sure to impress, with over-the-top interiors that are covered with gold. Cais de Ribeira in downtown Porto is the best place to begin your trip as it encompasses the World Heritage area and the old wine cellars at Villa Nova de Gaia. Other famous attractions in Porto include the National Museum Soares dos Reis, Sao Joao National Theatre, Douro Valley, and the shopping centres in Rua de Santa Catarina. Book your flights to Porto on ebookers and prepare to be amazed by the city’s charm and its fabulous sights.