For most travelers, Europe is a must-go destination, if not the first on their bucket list. Europe covers an area that can fit inside the continent of Australia. There are around 50 countries in this area. These countries are very well-connected and cheap to get between.
This ease and accessibility make Europe a dream destination, which is one of the main reasons it is so popular. One of the biggest costs is getting to Europe, so what is the cheapest place to fly into Europe?
Don’t worry; I won’t bore you to death with the ins and outs of every airport on this list immediately.
Numbers 1 – 3 are the cheapest places to fly into Europe.
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The Top 3 Cheapest Airports in Europe!
| Airport Ranking | Destination | Search Cheap Flights |
|---|---|---|
 | Mardid, Spain | Search Flights To Madrid |
 | Warsaw, Poland | Search Flights To Warsaw |
 | Milan, Italy | Search Flights To Milan |
The Cheapest Place to Fly Into Europe
It’s no secret that Europe can be very expensive, especially for those coming from countries that do not have the US Dollar or Pound.
Every money-saving tip counts when traveling with a less-than-strong currency against the Euro. We love a good, sneaky travel tip; each can make a massive difference over a few months.
We saved a lot of money by learning how to be housesitters, so find out about house sitting in Europe. Imagine never having to pay for accommodation again! More information about house sitting is at the end of this post.
Madrid, Spain
Airport: Barajas Airport, Madrid, Spain (MAD).
Airline: Use a flight fare comparison website, as several European airlines fly here. Prices fluctuate, but you can get cheap one-way tickets if you keep your eyes peeled.
Why So Cheap? Barajas Airport is the fourth largest airport in Europe and the busiest in Spain. With a high turnover, they can keep prices low and pass that on to the consumer.
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Warsaw, Poland
Airport: Warsaw Chopin Airport, Warsaw, Poland (WAW).
Airline: Use a flight fare comparison website, as several European airlines fly here. Prices fluctuate, but you can get cheap one-way tickets if you keep your eyes peeled.
Why So Cheap? Poland has lower taxes and operating costs, so the savings are passed on to the consumer! It is a perfect contender for one of the cheapest places to fly into Europe.
Poland is also considered one of the cheapest places to live in Europe due to lower living and food expenses.
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Milan, Italy
Airport: Linate Airport (LIN) and Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Airline: Emirates.
Why So Cheap? Rome is generally one of the most expensive cities in Italy to fly into. This is because of its popularity. Milan is a great, cheaper option and will be a less touristy welcome to Italy. And you can never go wrong with a flight with Emirates and their fantastic service. While in Italy, why not check out the Amalfi Coast?
Budapest, Hungary
Airport: Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest (BUD).
Airline: Finnair and Aeroflot often have cheap flights into Budapest. As Budapest is becoming a hotspot, airlines are offering cheap flights. Before booking, check and compare websites, as there are always last-minute cheap seats.
Why So Cheap? Hungary is one of the cheapest countries to visit in Europe. This is because Hungary has its own currency (the Hungarian forint). Perfect for backpackers and travelers trying to get the most out of their money, it is one of the cheapest places to fly into Europe.
Istanbul, Turkey
Airport: Atatürk Airport Istanbul (IST).
Airline: Turkish Airlines.
Why so cheap? Turkish Airlines is known for having super competitive fares throughout the world. As they use Istanbul as their central hub, you can get some awesomely cheap flights! Side Note: Remember to apply for a tourist visa online before arriving in Turkey. This is around £25 (however, this can change depending on your passport/country of origin).
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Dublin, Ireland
Airport: Dublin International Airport (DUB).
Airline: Aer Lingus and Ryanair.
Why So Cheap? Aer Lingus and Ryanair are two of the cheapest operators in Europe. Like Poland, Dublin has lower taxes and operating costs, so the savings are passed on to the consumer! Side Note: Dublin is one of the cheapest places to fly into Europe. However, Dublin itself is a costly city.
Moscow, Russia
Airports: Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO).
Airline: Aeroflot Airlines.
Why So Cheap? Russia’s Aeroflot Airlines is another of the cheapest airlines running in Europe.
Side Note: To enter Russia, you must have a tourist visa. Remember that Russia is one of the most challenging countries to get a visa. Research is essential before booking a flight! Tourist visas are around £70.
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So there you have it—all the options for the cheapest place to fly into Europe. We have been house-sitting our way through Europe this year. If that interests you, check out the helpful articles below!
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Hi guys!
I am heading to Venice & Paris for end of the summer trip! Flights to Milan look way cheaper, do you think it would be possible to fly their and get the train to Venice pretty quick? Thanks heaps. Ohh PS I think house sitting looks amazing, I might see if their are any house sits in Italy or France when I am over there
Rebecca 🙂
Hi Rebecca!! Happy Sunday :)) Woooaaaah stoked your heading to Europe at the end of summer, perfect time to head over here! I think Milan would definitely be a cheaper airport in Italy, we have flown there before and caught the train to Bologna, that way it weaaaay cheaper for us. Check out https://www.trenitalia.com/en/offers.html ohh and on Saturday it is 2 for 1!! For house sitting I would definitely recommend Nomador, sooo many house its in France on there!! Also check out our post https://www.thetravellinghousesitters.com/how-to-become-a-house-sitter/ it has heeeeap of info 🙂
Let me know what you end up booking 🙂 (and if you end up house sitting in Europe!!!!!)
Best,
Britt
I always thought Europe was expensive to fly into! its crazy how cheap flying into Europe can be! Thnx XxX
You can find little travel hacks or any country! We found that if you can find a good cheap flight to Europe you can have a very cheap trip if you are house sitting!