Cheap Flights from London to Lugano

Lugano Airport is located just 4 km from the city of Lugano in Switzerland and operates a small number of regional flights. Travelers looking to fly from London to Lugano will not be able to fly directly as no airlines fly from London to Lugano without a stopover.

* This information is correct as of August 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Lugano Airport is a small airport that sees around 200,000 passengers pass through each year. Comprised of a single passenger terminal, there are only a limited range of amenities and services available for passengers, so you are best bringing everything you need with you to the airport in order to avoid disappointment. Once your flight has touched down, Lugano is only a short distance from the airport so you can easily afford a taxi to reach the city. You can find duty-free shopping at the airport, while there are also a couple of dining and drinking choices available if you want something to eat. The airport also provides travelers with free Wi-Fi and has a VIP lounge for those who like a bit of luxury.

Airport Information - Departing

London’s two main airports are London Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport, although the city is also served by London Stansted Airport, London Luton Airport, London Southend Airport and London City Airport. The busiest airport in London and also Europe’s busiest is London Heathrow Airport which you can reach from central London in only 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express, while Gatwick Airport is also just 30 minutes from London on the Gatwick Express. You will find everything you could possibly need at both airports whether it’s duty-free and designer shopping or restaurants and cafés to grab a bite to eat. London’s other airports mainly offer domestic and regional flights around Europe and are well served by comprehensive facilities.

What to Expect in Lugano

Lugano enjoys warm summers with highs of around 26C over July and August, although temperatures can get freezing over the winter so make sure you pack something warm. There are a number of hotels in Lugano so you should find something to suit your budget. Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area so UK and UAE nationals will not need a visa in order to fly to the country. Remember that Lugano is an hour ahead of London so make sure you put your clocks forward when you have arrived.