Question 1

Can I fly to Salou right now?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Salou along with the rest of Spain. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: Spain has restricted the entry of all travellers except Spanish nationals and residents, and accompanying immediate family members. Travellers who are residents of Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden or Switzerland may transit through Spain on their way home to their place of residency. The same applies to travellers with a long-term visa issued by a Schengen Member State who are returning to their place of residency. Immediate family members of Spanish nationals may enter Spain even if unaccompanied by a Spanish national, if they are travelling to join their family member who is already in the country. Residents of Andorra, Iceland, Norway or Switzerland, as well as long-term visa holders of Schengen member states who are returning home may also enter Spain, as may healthcare and elderly care workers, diplomats, staff of international and humanitarian organisations and military personnel in the performance of their duties. People who can demonstrate proof that they are travelling for emergency family or humanitarian reasons may also enter. Business travellers with documentation who are arriving from countries in the EU, Iceland, Norway, or Switzerland may enter Spain. International arrivals may only land at Alicante (ALC), Barcelona (BCN), Fuerteventura (FUE), Gran Canaria (LPA), Ibiza (IBZ), Madrid (MAD), Malaga (AGP), Menorca (MAH), Lanzarote (ACE), Palma de Mallorca (PMI), Sevilla (SVQ), Tenerife-Sur (TFS) or Valencia (VLC). Effective 15 May 2020, all travellers entering Spain except for freight transport personnel and healthcare professionals who are travelling in the performance of their duties and have not been in contact with COVID-19 patients will be required to self-isolate for 14 days. They will also need to present a completed Public Health Passenger Locator Form upon arrival. Residency permits and D visas that expired after 14 December 2019 will be accepted for entry to Spain and considered valid for 6 months after the state of alarm has ended.. If you are looking to book a trip to Salou and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

Question 2

How long are flights to Salou?

Accepted Answer

Salou is the biggest resort destination along the southern Golden Coast of Spain, but it does not have its own airport. There are three airports within 100 miles of the popular seaside resort city for travel to and from the United Kingdom.
The nearest airport is Reus, which is a regional airport but does get regular international flights, including flights originating out of UK cities. Reus is just 6.4 miles from Salou; it takes about 10 minutes to get from Reus Airport to Salou.
Flight options out of the UK to Reus were greatly expanded in 2019; destination cities include London, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Belfast, Cardiff, Doncaster, Glasgow, Leeds, and Liverpool.
Barcelona is home to the second closest airport; Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 61.1 miles away from Salou. It takes about an hour by car or bus to get from Barcelona to Salou. Flights into Barcelona from the UK are generally more plentiful; stopovers in the city can become mini-vacations for travelers, especially overnight and one-day stopovers.
The third airport is Lleida-Alguaire; this is the furthest from Salou and takes approximately 90 minutes by car. Most cities that fly to Reus and Barcelona offer flights to Lleida-Alguaire.
Average flight times vary depending upon the destination city. Flights out of London average around 2h; flights from Edinburgh take around 5 hours with one connecting flight. Bristol takes substantially longer, averaging nearly 20h with multiple connecting flights. Glasgow flight lengths are similar, averaging around 17h but often require just one connecting flight.

Question 3

Where can you get direct flights to Salou from?

Accepted Answer

The shortest travel times to Salou are always going to be flights to Reus Airport. Direct flights are available from London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. Airlines offering direct flights include Ryanair, Jet2 and Thomas Cook Airlines.
Direct flights to Barcelona are offered out of London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Manchester, and Liverpool via Ryanair, Vueling, and Easyjet.
Travelers seeking direct flights to Lleida-Alguaire Airport can find nonstop flights out of London and Manchester, offered by Norwegian Air Shuttle and Thomas Cook Airlines.

Question 4

How do you get from Reus Airport to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

As Reus Airport is so close to Salut, the fastest way is by car or taxi; car rentals are available at the airport, as well as buses.
From Barcelona International, travelers can also opt for rental cars or buses, as well as from Lleida-Alguaire. There are no train options available from any airport within the region.

Question 5

What are some things to do in Salou?

Accepted Answer

Salou is home to beautiful beaches, majestic fountains, a stunning city promenade, multiple water amusement parks, shopping, nightlife and more.
Popular beaches include Salou’s main city beach, Llevant, and Capellans; just to the east are five lesser-known, more private beaches accessible by car, including Cala de la Vinaya, Cala els Crancs, Cala Morisca, Cala de la Font and Cala de la Penya Tallada.
The major waterparks include PortAventura World, Spain’s most popular theme park, with five themed areas, dozens of rides, including rollercoasters and water slides, live shows, playgrounds, and a special Sesame Street-themed area. The city’s other water park, Portaventura Carbe Aquatic Park, is also huge, spanning over 34,00 square meters, packed with pools, plunges, and slides, as well as an indoor section ideal for younger visitors.
Salou’s best shopping, restaurants, and cafes can be found along the Avenida Jaume I promenade, featuring stunning marble and metal sculptures and palm-tree-lined walkways.

Question 6

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Salou?

Accepted Answer

British citizens need only a passport to fly into and travel throughout Spain. Non-EU citizens require passports and can stay for up to 90 days.

Question 7

Which day is cheapest to fly to Salou?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest flights to Salou are usually found when departing on a Tuesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Friday.

Question 8

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Salou?

Accepted Answer

At the moment, flights in the afternoon are likely to offer the best value for money for your Salou trip. A flight at midday will more often than not be of higher cost.

Question 9

When is the best time to book a flight to Salou?

Accepted Answer

The price you pay for your flight to Salou may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Popular in	May	High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average price	£109	Average for round-trip flights in July 2021
Round-trip from	£12	From London to Salou
One-way from	£7	One-way flight from London to Salou

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