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The largest city in northern Catalonia, Girona offers fantastic museums, imposing architecture, great cuisine and a beautiful historic centre. This wealth of attractions makes Girona the perfect choice for your next city break.

When to Book Flights to Girona

Although winters are cool in Girona, they’re surprisingly dry so, as long as you take a jumper and a jacket, exploring the city’s attractions should be easy. Even in the depths of January temperatures rarely fall below freezing. And with cheap flights to Girona readily available, this could be the perfect time to visit if you’re looking for a budget break.

Summer is the peak season in the city. As a result, flights to Girona from UK airports are often a little more expensive at this time of year. If you’re planning on visiting some of the beautiful nearby beaches, or if you just want to soak up the sun from one of the many pavement cafes and terraces that dot the city, this is the perfect time to visit.

If you want to avoid both the winter chill and the summer crowds, book your flights to Girona in the late spring or early autumn months. These shoulder seasons offer a great mix of good weather and cheap fares, making them the ideal time to explore the city.

How to Find Cheap Flights to Girona

The ‘Advanced options’ on your Expedia search page allow you to select your preferred class and airline. You can also limit your search to direct flights and refundable journeys.

If you’re still making your travel plans, you may well find that moving your trip forwards or back by a day or two could save you money. There can be significant differences in price between weekday and weekend departures. Click the ‘Show flexible dates’ link to see if you can find a more affordable flight by travelling on a different day.

Sort your results by airline, number of stops and departure time using the filters on the left side of the page. You can also use the drop down menu to arrange them by price and duration.

UK Departures to Girona

• London to Girona – 2 hours 5 minutes
• Manchester to Girona – 2 hours 25 minutes
• Birmingham to Girona – 2 hours 10 minutes
• Glasgow to Girona – 2 hours 45 minutes
• Newcastle to Girona – 2 hours 35 minutes
• Edinburgh to Girona – 2 hours 40 minutes
• Belfast to Girona – 2 hours 35 minutes

Girona–Costa Brava Airport

Girona-Costa Brava Airport is located around eight miles southwest of central Girona. As well as being the main entry point for visitors travelling to the city, the airport also serves the nearby Costa Brava and Pyrenees. Girona-Costa Brava Airport is also used as an alternative airport for Barcelona, despite being almost 60 miles from the city.

From the airport you can continue your journey to Girona and destinations in the surrounding area by bus, taxi or hire car. The nearest train station to the airport is in Girona.

Which Airlines Fly to Girona?

A choice of airlines offers flights to Girona from the UK.

These include:

• Ryanair
• Jet2
• Thomas Cook Airlines
• TUI Airways

How to Get Around Girona

Girona is a small city: if you’re staying in the centre of the city, you’ll be able to travel to most sights and attractions by foot. For longer journeys, or if you don’t feel like walking in the hot Spanish sun, Girona also has a number of bus routes and taxis are available throughout the city.

If you’re travelling a little further afield, you can catch a train to Barcelona and other popular day trip destinations. Alternatively, if you’d rather drive yourself, car hire is available from many places in Girona.

Must-See Attractions in Girona

Girona’s most famous sight is its cathedral. Boasting the widest Gothic nave in the world, the imposing structure dates from the early 14^th century and remains one of the most distinctive buildings in Girona. Visit the cathedral’s museum to learn more about its history and the religious life of the city.

Once you’ve explored the cathedral, it’s time to head out and discover the rest of the old town of Girona. The 13^th century Jewish quarter is one of the most atmospheric parts of the city. There you’ll find a large number of historic buildings as well as a museum dedicated to the neighbourhood’s history. Spend an afternoon getting lost in the alleyways and winding streets that make up this part of the city.

Tips for Travelling in Girona

Girona is one hour ahead of the UK. Many people in the city speak Catalan as their first language so it may be worth learning a few phrases before you arrive.