Cheap flights to Podgorica

Flights to Chisinau

Visiting Moldova is easy thanks to regular flights from the UK. Flights to Chisinau leave every day and take just over 3 hours to get to their destination. Whether travellers want to explore Moldova's countryside or get to know the capital, doing so couldn't be simpler when they travel by plane.

Which is the main airport in Chisinau?

All flights from the UK to Chisinau will touch down at Chisinau International Airport. The airport can be found eight miles outside the city itself, but transferring is hassle-free. The number 30 bus provides an affordable connection to the city centre, while mini-buses and taxis are also available. Expect transfers to take 30-40 minutes to most parts of the city.

Which airlines offer flights to Chisinau?

Passengers can choose between a few different airlines when heading to Chisinau. Options include Air Moldova (who fly from London Stansted), FlyOne (who fly from London Southend), and Wizz Air (who fly from Doncaster Sheffield and London Luton). So there should be a convenient place to fly from, wherever people are based.

Why travel by plane to Chisinau?

Flying is always a convenient and easy way to reach the Moldovan capital. Firstly, when travellers fly, the journey time won't be that long. Most flights take three hours 15 minutes from London and not much longer from other UK airports. That puts Chisinau well within range for weekend city breaks. Budget fares are routinely available, making flying very competitive price-wise, and the airport at Chisinau is very close to the city, so there's no need for lengthy bus or taxi journeys upon arrival. Moreover, the alternatives are extremely time-consuming, making flying the only viable option for most people.

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

Chisinau may be an underrated European travel destination, but it has a huge amount to offer visitors. The city isn't very large, and it has an excellent trolley-bus network which offers very cheap transit wherever visitors need to go. There are quite a few attractions to work through. The Army Museum is often the first port of call, with its exhibitions about the Soviet era, while the Archaeology and History Museum showcases finds from thousands of years of history. The Pushkin Cottage is a must-see for literature lovers, and foodies shouldn't feel left out, either. Chisinau and nearby towns like Cricova have some world-class wine bars, showing off the country's creations.

How to Get to Podgorica by Plane

There are both direct and indirect flights to Podgorica from the United Kingdom. London Heathrow Airport offers regular flights to Podgorica Airport, which is the main facility serving the city and its surrounding region. It is situated just 11 kilometres away from the city centre. There is no public transport from the airport to the city centre, except mini buses at fixed timings operating to and from the city centre. Jat Airways, RyanAir, Air France, Turkish Airlines and Austrian Airlines are some of the main airline providers flying from the UK to Podgorica.

Podgorica

Situated at the confluence of five rivers in the Skadar Lake Cave, Podgorica is an ancient city that dates back to the 5th century AD. As the main city of the beautiful Montenegro, it is renowned for its historical attractions and lively nightlife scene. Stara Varos, the old town, and Drac, a suburb, are two charming places to discover the Turkish influence in the city. For history buffs, there is the St. George's Church, a medieval period attraction, and King Nikola's Castle, featuring a well-preserved museum, that merit a visit. Nature lovers should certainly head to the picturesque Skadar Lake, a short drive away from the city.