Budapest to Luxembourg Luxair Flights

  About Budapest

Budapest, in Hungary, is one of the most beautiful places to go on vacation. You can head to Budapest with your family, your friends or even on a solo backpacking trip. The city has nightclubs for the party animal in you, and it also has architectural marvels that date back to the Renaissance, neo-Gothic, Ottoman and Roman times. Not to mention, you also have a lot of castles to visit and learn all about Budapest's history. The city is also known for its Jewish heritage and Danube river. It is an exciting European destination to visit, and the city does not bore you one bit. You will constantly find yourself admiring the beautiful buildings or learning more about the city without burying yourself in books or the internet. There is always something you can do in Budapest, and you will never want your holiday to end.

Best Time to Visit Budapest

March to May and May September to November are considered to be the best months to plan a trip to Budapest. March to May is the spring season, and the weather remains quite pleasant. You will get cheap flight tickets to Budapest during this time as compared to the rates in summer. You can also book a hotel in Budapest at a minimal price. The temperature ranges from 2 to 21 degree Celsius during these months. There are chances of mild rains at the end of spring, though. If you are planning a spring vacation to Budapest, you can also attend a lot of events and festivals held in the city like the Budapest Dance Festival, Budapest Spring Festival, Rosalia Festival and Budapest Beer Week. There will be a lesser tourist crowd during this time, making it ideal to go sightseeing or take up other activities that you might find restrictive otherwise, owing to a larger tourist crowd.

September to November is fall season, and it is ideal because it is right after summer. The number of tourists reduces, and hotel prices drop yet again. There are quite a few interesting festivals and events during this time that make it the best time to go to Budapest. You can attend events like the Jewish Cultural Festival, Budapest Wine Festival, Oktoberfest Budapest, Design Week Budapest and a ton of Christmassy things that happen before the big day.

Summer hits Budapest from June through August, and it is also a popular time for tourists to head to the city. You might want to book your flight tickets to Budapest in advance along with your accommodations since the prices increase in summer. Not to mention, do check the hotel facilities before booking one because not every hotel has air conditioning. It is also expected to rain in summer in Budapest. If you are taking off to Budapest in summer, you can attend a couple of festivals and events during this time like the Budapest Summer Festival, Danube Carnival, Budapest Pride (highly recommended), Sziget Festival and Festival of Folk Arts. The temperature ranges from 13 to 26 degree Celsius in summer. The climate will not be intolerable, but the increase in tourists will only make your plans difficult to execute.

The city sees snowfall from December to February and though it's not the worst times to take a trip to Budapest, the other seasons are much better. Budapest sees a major dip in the number of tourists during this time.

Places to Visit in Budapest

Buda Castles is one of the most important tourist attractions in the city. It is the perfect blend of Gothic, Roman and Baroque architectures. The castle looks far beautiful and spectacular at night. It is also a UNESCO Heritage site. Underneath the castle, you will find Hospital In The Rock, which was created during World War 2 and the Cold War as a shelter. It is recommended that you hire a guide for this one to know more about the hardships faced by people of that era. This section only opened to the public in 2008 and is one of the many exceptional places to visit in the city. Matthias Church is another popular tourist spot in Budapest and dates back to 1014. You will find peace here and be marvelled at the stunning architecture. The Hungarian State Opera is another masterpiece in the city that you must visit, even for sightseeing. Fisherman Bastion, near Matthias Church, is another place in Budapest rich with history. The complex has seven towers, several courtyards and colonnades that represent the Magyar tribes. It is named after the group of fishermen since they were the ones who saved Buda Castle from this part of the city during the middle ages. Not to mention, you will also catch a scenic view of the Danube river from up top.

Gellert Spa is one of the most popular thermal spas in the city. Spending some time here will only help you rejuvenate your body, and water also has healing properties. This is a highly recommended place in the city and a very relaxing one, too. Heroes Square was built in 1896 to celebrate Hungary's 1000th anniversary and is one of the most popular places in Budapest.

Things to do in Budapest

Take a walking tour at Castle Hill that is right above the Danube river. You can also visit Buda Castle, an activity that is not to be missed in the city. A lot of tourists also take a cruise at the Danube river, which you won't regret one bit. Try to go for a cruise around sunset and the beautiful view will leave an imprint in your mind. Budapest has a lot of different tours that you can take. You can opt for a guided historical tour or just plain sightseeing. You can also take up hiking or other activities in the city. Thermal baths are a rage in Budapest, and it would be a shame not to experience it here. The city is also known for its nightlife and has several nightclubs. You can also spend a day or two to just party till you drop. It will not burn a hole in your pocket at all. If you are taking a cruise, make it romantic by opting for a candlelit dinner cruise. You can visit the Museum of Fine Arts if you want to take a break from exploring the old parts of the city. Head over to Hungarian State Opera House, and while you are at it, you can also book tickets to a show and enjoy the musical experience.

Food and Restaurants in Budapest

While Budapest has a place for all different kinds of taste buds, you can also give Hungarian food and the local street food a try. Cupákos is popular among meat lovers and is quite affordable, too. A lot of food critics recommend that you use your hands to eat instead of a fork and knife. Be it sausages, ribs, pork or duck, and this restaurant serves the best of everything. Bable is known for its Romanian and Hungarian cuisine. It's a Michelin-star restaurant and a popular one, so you might have to reserve a table before entering. The restaurant also has a seven-course meal for vegans. Két Szerecsen is a great place for a cup of coffee or breakfast. The bistro is open all day and has a great ambience. TOPRUM Rooftop Bar, which is on the seventh floor of Hotel Rum Budapest, is where you go for a couple of drinks and food, of course. You will also experience the best views of the city from the bar. Mazel Tov is known for its Israeli and Mediterranean cuisine. It is a glass-roof restaurant that also has a huge courtyard. Do try the chicken shawarma here. You will find a lot of restaurants and cafes here that serve delectable Hungarian food.

How to reach Budapest (Transportation)

The Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is the largest one in Hungary and is well-connected to the rest of the world as much as to Europe. The flight connectivity to Budapest from India is excellent. While there are no direct flights to Budapest, there are several airlines that fly to the city and have layovers in their home cities. Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa fly to Budapest quite frequently with layovers at Istanbul, Doha and Munich. Cheap flight tickets to Budapest are available from Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai as compared to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi or Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. Budapest is also connected to other international cities like Paris, Dubai, Zurich, Ibiza, Vienna, Cairo and so on. However, if you are travelling to Budapest during winter, there are possibilities of flight delays and cancellations since the city experiences high snowfall during this time. December and January see the most snowfall in Budapest. Like most airports, Budapest airport also has VIP lounges, children's play areas, shopping areas, a prayer room, smoking room and restaurants. If you have to wait some more to board your flight, you won't get bored here.

  About Luxembourg

Luxembourg is a small country in Europe and not the most popular holiday destination, but it does have quite a few tourist attractions. The country is clean, green and has a lot of small towns that are worth visiting. You will also find a lot of castles and fortresses in Luxembourg that you can visit. Luxembourg is only a few hours away from France and Germany, so if you are planning a Euro trip, you can also add Luxembourg to the itinerary. There are frequent trains that run to and from the neighbouring countries, along with flights. You will love your stay in Luxembourg and might even want to extend your stay a little bit. The best part is that all tourist attractions are also easily accessible in the country through trains that are very well-connected to all cities. Luxembourg has a rich culture and history, along with a large diversity. Luxembourg City is the main cosmopolitan city that has a lot of business centres. It is also one of the safest countries in the world with over 170 different nationalities living together.

Best Time to Visit Luxembourg

May to September is considered to be the best time to plan your trip to Luxembourg. The temperature ranges from 8 to 20 degree Celsius and is quite a pleasant period in the country. Since this is also high season, you must book your hotel in Luxembourg well in advance. If you are booking way in advance, you might even get cheap flight tickets to Luxembourg. This is the best time to experience the best that the country has to offer to you. The lush green hills and surroundings only add more charm to the beautiful monuments and buildings here. The best part is that every other European country or city is easily accessible from Luxembourg so you can go ahead and plan that fancy Europe tour you know you want to do. You will also find a lot of music festivals that happen during May, and you will find yourself grooving to a lot of different genres of music.

December to February is winter, and if it is the picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains and streets that you want to see, this is the best time to head to Luxembourg. You might even get to go skiing in the nearby areas. You can even attend the Winter Festival here, and you will find the streets all lit up and look stunning. If you are going to be around for Christmas, you are in for a treat. A lot of small concerts and events happen throughout the city during this time, and you will have the time of your life. Though the hotel prices are not as high as they are during summer, it does increase during weekends. A lot of people prefer booking hotels in Luxembourg during weekdays since that's when the prices drop.

March and April is not the most popular time to visit the city, but it's not the worst either. The weather remains pleasant, and you can even attend the Pricetemp Festival in March that has music artists from all over the world performing. Hotels slash their rates during this time since it is not a high tourist season. You might even get great flight deals to Luxembourg online for March and April. But make sure you also check what the tourist season and situation is in the nearby countries so you can also add those to your itinerary and call it one of the best Euro trips.

Places to Visit in Luxembourg

The Old Quarter in Luxembourg City is a major tourist attraction and is also one of the historical places here. You can even walk around the Adolphe Bridge, especially at sunset. The National Museum of History and Art, situated in the Fish Market area, is another place you must visit. You will find a lot of artefacts, coins, furniture and archaeological finds from the Gallo-Roman period. If you are into art and history, you will love spending time here. You can also visit the Grand Ducal Palace, which is one of the most significant landmarks in the city. The palace was built in 1572 and was also where Grand Duke Henri resided. It is still a full-time residence of the Duke, but there are special tours arranged so tourists can get a peek of this magnificent palace. The tickets are not very difficult to get. The Bock Casements is yet another tourist attraction that you must visit. It is a 21 km long underground passage, and it comes with a fascinating history. You will get to know more about the place if you hire a tour guide to take you through it. The place is best explored on foot.

If you are an art lover, you can visit the Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art. It houses contemporary art by some of the well-known artists like Bruce Nauman, Andy Warhol and Julian Schnabel. The museum also hosts art displays and exhibitions a lot of time. If you are lucky, you will also get to meet the artists. You can also visit the Luxembourg Ardennes that is a popular spot in the country. The place has beautiful cliffs, hills, forested plateaus, lush greenery and hidden valleys. This is also where Hitler had carried out one of his last campaigns during World War II. You can also visit the village of Clervaux, Benedictine Abbey of St Maurice and St Maur and the Battle Bulge Museum. Bourscheid Castle is another place you must visit. Rivers and lush greenery surround it. It is the most beautiful and romantic place in the city. You can also sunbathe in the river beaches at Dirbach and Bourscheid-Plage.

Things to do in Luxembourg

Luxembourg has a lot of history amidst the beautiful scenery that you can never get tired of exploring. Old Town in Luxembourg is one of the best places to go sightseeing. You will find beautiful buildings and a lot of street art. You can also visit the Grand Ducal Palace Grand Rue and Place Guillaume while you are here. Though you would rather explore the city on your own, it is recommended that you hire a guide for a few historical locations. You can probably get one if you are taking a tour of the palaces and castles in the country. Luxembourg is also known for its eclectic dining scenes. You can head to a vineyard for some wine tasting or indulge in chocolates. You can opt for tours of vineyards or ones that include vineyards or museums that give tourists a glimpse into the history of wine with a glass of wine. If you are in Luxembourg during Christmas, you are surely in for a treat. The locals celebrate the festival with a lot of joy and grandeur.

Foods and Restaurants in Luxembourg

Luxembourg is known for its multi-cultural community and the diverse cuisines that come with it. You will find a lot of French restaurants as well as ones that serve Japanese, Indian, Asian, European and other types of cuisines. You can either try the local cafes and restaurants or head to the Michelin-star ones. Restaurant Clairefontaine is known for its excellent service and its presentation of the cuisines prepared here. The ambience also blends in perfectly making your dining experience wholesome here. If it is a Japanese cuisine that you have in mind, you must try Yamayu Santatsu. The sushi here is lip-smacking, and if you are lucky, you get to see how it is prepared. Ambrosia is another restaurant that has a very soothing and comfortable feel to it. The atmosphere, the music, the variety of cuisines that the restaurant offers on its menu will leave you satisfied. However, the menu is in French, but the staff is prepared to help you with the translations. Himalaya Luxembourg is where you can go to if you want to try authentic Indian food. The restaurant also has Nepali food on its menu, and the portion of food that they serve is what makes tourists recommend this.

How to reach Luxembourg

Luxembourg Airport is the only international airport in the country and is not too far away from Luxembourg City. The flight connectivity to Luxembourg from India is excellent. There are quite a few flights that take off from India daily to Luxembourg. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France are few airlines that have a lot of flights to Luxembourg with layovers at Istanbul, Munich and Paris. If you book in advance, you will be able to find cheap flight tickets to Luxembourg. If you are travelling to the country from another European country like France or Germany, you can also opt for a train journey. The country is also well-connected to other countries via rails. But, a lot of tourists prefer to reach the city by air to save a lot of time. The airport has facilities like lounges, shopping, dining, children's areas and a lot more for passengers.

  About Luxair

Luxair is the official flag carrier of the European country Luxembourg. The airline has its headquarters at Luxembourg Airport in Findel, close to Luxembourg City. The airline operates scheduled services to several domestic routes within the European Union as well as international routes connecting to North Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Additional charter services are also present and available which can be availed during peak seasons. Luxair is the sole passenger-carrying airline that offers regular non-charter services too. Founded in 1961, Luxair airline came from Luxembourg Airlines, which was established in 1948. With a view to linking Luxembourg to other European cities with the growing demand for the same, the airline was formed. By 1962, Luxembourg Airlines was rebranded as Luxair with flights commencing operations. The first flight from Luxembourg was to Paris. The Luxembourg - Paris route by Luxair was flown with a Fokker 27 Friendship. Between 1964 - 11969, Luxair expanded its fleet to accommodate three Lockheed L-164A Starliner aircraft. The same was received as a co-operative agreement between Luxair and Trek Airways was signed. This enabled a direct connection to Johannesburg from Luxembourg.

The Lockheed L-1649A Starliner was painted in Luxair's livery and also registered in Luxembourg. Luxair's fleet size increased considerably as they had three Fokker F27 Friendships and one Vickers Viscount, by 1967. A non-fatal accident with the Vickers Viscount led the airline to eliminate the aircraft from its fleet, and it was replaced with a jetliner, a Sud Aviation Caravelle. The airline received its first Boeing aircraft, a 737-200, in 1977. Gradually, Luxair started introducing more jet aircraft to its fleet with the inclusion of Boeing 747Sps, Boeing 737-400s and Boeing 737-500s aircraft. In 2003, Luxair purchased two new Boeing 737-700s with a view to replacing the older Boeing aircraft in their fleet. The new aircraft eventually delivered in 2004. In 2003, the airline announced that they would be rebranding their logo and a new one was launched later the same year. With a view to transforming its entire fleet to an all-jet fleet, the airline managed to finally replace all the aircraft with Fokker 50 aircraft as the last one to be withdrawn from the services in 2005. With the consistent spike in the price of oil, operations of the jet fleet became challenging for Luxair.

Hence, to avoid turning Luxair into a loss-making venture, the airline decided to reinstate some turboprop aircraft to its fleet. They confirmed a deal with Bombardier Aerospace to acquire three of their Dash 8-Q400s in 2006. All the aircraft were delivered by 2007 while two additional aircraft were ordered later. In 2008, Luxair announced that they would be placing an order for their first Boeing 737-800. The said aircraft would be replacing the last Boeing 737-500 in the airline's fleet. The airline received its first accolade in 2009 when Luxair was awarded as the Most Punctual Scheduled Operator at the London City Airport, as per the CAA statistics. In 2011, Luxair managed to carry about 1,302, 771 passengers. By 2013 and 2014, the airline added two new Boeing 737-800s with the refreshing Boeing Sky Interior, which became part of the fleet and enabled the airline to retire the last of its Boeing 737-500 from service. In 2015, Lufthansa, which holds a 13 per cent share in Luxair, announced that they wished to sell the stake in the airline that it had held for such a long period of time. The sale finally took place, and Lufthansa gave away all of its shares in Luxair to the state of Luxembourg. Following the bankruptcy of Air Berlin, Luxair announced that they would start flights on the international route with flights flying from Saarbrücken Airport in Saarland to Berlin Tegel Airport.

Fleet size of Luxair

As of 2019, Luxair's fleet size stands at 19 aircraft, majorly from the Boeing family with a few Dash 8s. Currently, the airline has four Boeing 737-700s, four Boeing 737-800s and 11 de Havilland Dash 8-400. The three have a passenger capacity of 141, 186 and 76 respectively. Luxair started its operations with a turboprop aircraft. However, intending to enhance its fleet and turn it into an all-Boeing one the airline started purchasing and leasing Boeing aircraft. They even had a Boeing aircraft reserved for its operations to Johannesburg. However, with the economic crisis caused by the excessive rise in the price of fuel in the 2000s, the airline had to reconsider its approach. With an only jet fleet, the high fuel prices would make the venture unprofitable. Hence, they opted to bring in turboprops again in the fleet. As noticed, the airline has a few dedicated Boeing aircraft that fly to specific destinations. As for the other short-haul or tourist destinations in Europe, the airline uses de Havilland Dash 8-400s.

In the past, the airline boasted a slew of Boeing and even an Airbus aircraft. Some of the former aircraft that formed the Luxair fleet includes Airbus A300B4-203 Boeing 737-200, Boeing 747SP, Boeing 767-300ER, Sud Aviation Caravelle 6R, Embraer ERJ-145, Fokker 50, Vickers Viscount, Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia and more.

Luxair's history, the airline, has only had one fatal accident which took place right before the airline reaches the airport for landing. An incoming flight from Germany crashed in a field, just ahead of the airport. The accident cost lives as the airline lost two crew members, 12 passengers, including celebrated artist, Michael Majerus.

Baggage Allowance

Luxair's baggage allowance depends on the cabin class and the type of ticket the passenger holds. As per regular standards, the economy class passengers receive 23 kg free checked baggage. Passengers travelling from business class have a checked baggage limit of 32 kg. In fact, the airline also allows the passengers to carry two pieces of baggage instead of one. Along with the baggage, the airline also allows passengers to carry a small bag along with the checked baggage. Depending on whether the passenger is a miles member, the benefits further enhance in terms of baggage allowance. The dimensions for the baggage is quite important, and the airline is strict about the same. Passengers need to check that the dimension of the baggage should be within 158 cm.

For economy class, the airline allows one carry-on baggage and one regular accessory bag such as a handbag or a laptop bag or a briefcase. The carry-on baggage weight should be no more than 8 kg for economy class passengers. As for business class passengers, the airline allows up to 8 kg but with two bags as opposed to the one baggage allowance in the economy class. Further, the dimension for the carry-on baggage should also not exceed 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm.

In-flight services

Luxair has enhanced its fleet to accommodate better aircraft for enhanced in-flight services. Passengers can enjoy in-flight meals, rest easy on their recliner chairs and enjoy the generous legroom. Luxair's other in-flight services also include entertainment systems and magazines that can be asked for onboard.

Popular routes and top cities in Luxair

Luxair is predominantly an airline that majorly caters to a slew of European countries. However, even here, the airline does have some restrictions with respect to the West and East European destinations. Unlike other airlines in the European Union, Luxair does not have dedicated flights to destinations in East Europe. For Luxair, the biggest market in Paris and Berlin. The airline enjoys a plethora of passenger traffic from individuals who need to fly or who need to return from these destinations. The airline currently has a bunch of destinations it flies to, including Vienna, Copenhagen, Nice, Paris, Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Saarbrücken, Dublin, Bari, Milan, Rome, Lisbon, Barcelona, Las Palmas, Madrid, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Geneva and London.

Interestingly, Luxair came into existence mainly catering to the tourism market in Europe. Hence much of the destinations that the airline connects to are mostly open on a seasonal basis. Accordingly, the airline has also accommodated flights and charter services that would fly to the tourist destinations during their peak season. The seasonal cities and destinations are Burgas, Varna, Boa Vista, Sal, Split, Dubrovnik, Ajaccio, Calvi, Kos, Rhodes, Corfu, Naples, Venice, Catania, Agadir, Marrakech, Djerba, Menorca, Ibiza, Almeria and more.

The airline has specific codeshare agreements with a few airlines. These include Air France, Hahn Air, Scandinavian Airlines, Alitalia, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines and Austrian Airlines.

Why travel by Luxair?

Luxair is an ideal choice for travellers who wish to visit tourist destinations across Europe. The continent often sees people who wish to explore as many countries as possible during their visit. Hence, the best way to go about it would be to book a Luxair flight and receive some great traveller's benefits too.

The airline has upgraded its website to cater to the new age traveller. There are web check-in provisions as well as updates on the flight status as well as flight schedules. Plus, the baggage allowance details and in-flight services are also explained on their page.