Cheap flights to Luxembourg: Start planning your holiday

Luxembourg at a glance

• Flight duration (from London): 1 hour 20 minutes

• Main airport: Luxembourg Airport

• Population: 670,000

• Languages: Luxembourgish, German, French

• Currency: Euro

• Socket types: Type F (adapter required)

• Time zone: Central European Standard Time (1 hour ahead of the UK)

• Airlines offering flights to Luxembourg: British Airways, Ryanair, Luxair

Popular destinations for Luxembourg holidays

Luxembourg hotels can be booked in a number of popular regions within the country, and these locations all have plenty to offer tourists and business travellers. Here, you can explore some of the most popular destinations and accommodation options.

Luxembourg by region

Luxembourg City is the capital of Luxembourg and an ideal city break destination, offering beautiful architecture, restaurants, museums and plenty of other sights to check out. It's an ideal destination for a long weekend and a good base for a longer holiday. Remich is a small, wine-making town in the southeast and a popular stopping point for travellers visiting the Moselle Valley.

In the northeast of the country, the town of Vianden lies close to the border with Germany and draws plenty of visitors. Its most notable landmark is Vianden Castle, one of the largest fortified castles from Europe's Romanesque era and one of the country's most popular attractions. The castle is open every day, with extended visiting hours in the summer months.

• Vianden Castle: a large, fortified castle located in the small northeastern town of Vianden.

• The Bock Casemates: a system of historical underground passages that have been remarkably well preserved.

• Notre Dame Cathedral: a Catholic cathedral in Luxembourg City with Gothic and Renaissance architectural features.

• The Grand Ducal Palace: home of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg.

• Luxembourg City History Museum: with temporary and permanent exhibits outlining the region's rich history.

• The National Museum of History and Art: found in Luxembourg City's Ville Haute quarter.

FAQs about Luxembourg holidays

Q: Is Luxembourg a good city break?

A: Luxembourg City is a great choice for a city break if you're interested in museums, art galleries and old city fortifications. Its relatively small size makes it a popular choice for walking tours and can also make it an ideal option for a weekend getaway.

Q: What are popular holidays in Luxembourg?

A: Two of the most popular holiday destinations in Luxembourg are Luxembourg City and Vianden. Luxembourg City is the capital and most populous city. All international flights to Luxembourg land at Luxembourg Airport, which is five miles outside of the city. Vianden is a small town famous for unique attractions like Vianden Castle.

Q: Is Luxembourg expensive for a holiday?

A: While flights to Luxembourg are fairly cheap, Luxembourg itself is considered more pricey than many other European countries. This primarily applies to your day-to-day expenses but could also influence accommodation costs, so look out for cheap deals and act quickly.

Q: What is the best month to go to Luxembourg?

A: The best times to visit Luxembourg are in the late spring or early autumn. Flights to Luxembourg will be cheaper than during the summer months, but the weather will still be pleasant. We'd recommend a visit in the month of May, as it's usually warmer than in the autumn months.