Cheap flights to Liverpool

Flights to Liverpool

Known for football, the Beatles, its long seafaring history and some excellent shopping and leisure facilities, Liverpool is not short of admirers. Its position as European Capital of Culture for 2008 confirmed its international standing, and it continues to attract visitors from across the UK and beyond. With its own airport that's well-served by a variety of airlines, it's easier than ever for visitors to travel to the city. Travellers arriving by air can then choose whether to continue their journey into the city centre by road or rail.

Which is the main airport in Liverpool?

Liverpool's airport is Liverpool John Lennon Airport, which is a little over 9 miles from the centre of the city. It serves as the main airport for much of north-west England and north Wales, and flies to and from destinations across continental Europe. The airport also provides regular flights from Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. Newquay is the only UK mainland airport that currently offers flights to Liverpool.

Which airlines offer flights to Liverpool?

The wide variety of destinations served by Liverpool John Lennon Airport means that many different airlines offer flights to the city. They include Flybe, BlueAir, easyJet, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Blue Islands, Lauda and Wideroe.

Why travel by plane to Liverpool?

Flying to Liverpool offers a quick and convenient way of reaching one of the UK's most exciting cities. As a relatively small airport, Liverpool John Moores Airport is usually speedy to negotiate, meaning that arriving passengers can be on their way into the city in very little time. The airport has good public transport connections into Liverpool, thanks to regular bus and coach services. Liverpool South Parkway Rail Station is the airport's closest railway station and provides connections to destinations including Liverpool, Manchester and Chester. The airport's close proximity to the M56, M57 and M62 motorways also makes onward travel by road easy.

Before you travel to Liverpool by plane - good to know!

Many visitors to Liverpool already have favoured destinations in mind. Whether it's Anfield, Goodison Park, the Albert Dock or some of Liverpool's excellent museums, the city's public transport system makes travelling straightforward. Some visitors might also like to use Merseyrail or one of the famous "ferries across the Mersey" to visit the Wirral on the other side of the river. For something more unusual why not try a tour of the Williamson Tunnels, an underground labyrinth built in the early 1800s.

How to Get To Liverpool by Plane

The city of Liverpool is served by Liverpool John Lennon Airport for both domestic and international flights. Named after John Lennon of The Beatles, one of Liverpool's most famous exports, the airport is approximately 10 km from the city centre. Regular bus services run from the airport to the downtown area, and private pre-booked shuttles are available. There are buses from the airport to Liverpool South Parkway railway station which operates rail services to destinations throughout England. A taxi rank is located outside the airport terminal entrance and car rental is also available at the airport. Flights to Liverpool are operated by a wide variety of airlines, prime among them the budget carriers easyJet and Ryanair. The Belfast-Liverpool route is the busiest. The other airlines which operate flights to Liverpool John Lennon Airport are: FlyBe, Wizz Air and Norwegian Air.

Liverpool

Liverpool is one of the great cities of north-west England. You can start your tour at the majestic Pier Head Waterfront, on the River Mersey. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of the three majestic buildings that form what Liverpudlians call the Three Graces. Boat trips on the river are available, including one which celebrates the famous song 'Ferry 'cross the Mersey'. The Merseyside Maritime Museum marks the city's illustrious past while the city's Walker Art Gallery has a national reputation for excellence. Art lovers can also head for the northern headquarters of Britain's Tate Gallery, at the redeveloped Albert Dock. Regular exhibitions showcase the world's leading artists. Liverpool is world-famous for its musical heritage. The Cavern, where The Beatles played some of their first gigs, is now a much-loved museum. Sports lovers can visit Anfield, the home of Liverpool Football Club, for a stadium tour.