Cheap flights to Granada airport

Discover Granada

Granada is where the Moors set up their last stronghold in Spain and that multicultural heritage can still be seen in the streets, architecture, and culture of the city. Today Granada is an alluring mid-sized city in Spain's storied Andalucia region. Thanks to a large student population, it retains a dynamic and youthful energy that are all too often missing from other tourist hotspots. While the stunning Alhambra is definitely the city's main attraction, there are plenty of other things to see and do in this magical Andalusian destination. You can use the monthly search feature to help you find deals on flights to Granada.

Best Time to Book a Flight to Granada

Most of the year presents great opportunities for visitors to Granada. While the winter months are cold and rainy, that's also when you can get great discounts on hotel rooms in the city. There aren't really any drawbacks to visiting Granada during any point of the rest of the year. Even in the summer months, when other tourist destinations in Spain tend to be crowded and swelteringly hot,  Granada remains cool, pleasant, and comparatively less busy.

Airlines that Fly to Granada Airport

Granada is very close to the larger and much more touristed Malaga and most visitors to Granada tend to fly into Malaga and then take ground transportation for the rest of their journey. That being said, Granada Airport is growing and it does have service to many destinations in Spain as well as to London. The airport is currently served by:

• Air Europa
• British Airways
• easyJet
• Iberia
• Vueling

What to Expect at the Airport

There is a bus service that costs just three euros and which will take you from the airport to a number of stops in the city centre.  It is by far the cheapest option and does not take much longer than a taxi. Taxis to Granada will cost closer to 30 euros. There are a number of car rental agencies at the airport and renting a car may be a worthwhile idea, especially if you plan on visiting the countryside.

What to See and Do in Granada

Granada is an outstanding architectural and cultural gem in a country that isn't exactly short on such offerings. By far the main site in Granada is the Alhambra. This vast complex of gardens, palaces, and forts was where the Moors once ruled their Spanish kingdom from. The history, architecture, and gardens of this UNESCO World Heritage Site are stunning and you should schedule a full day to really appreciate it. The Cathedral of Granada, the second-largest cathedral in Spain, is also worth a visit, as is the ancient neighbourhood of Albayzin, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Granada has plenty of hotel rooms and Skyscanner's hotel search tool can help you find a place to rest after a long day spent sightseeing.