Flights to Porto with Air France

Flights to Porto

One of Portugal’s most popular vacation spot is Porto. If you’re planning a visit, Air France offers daily flight Porto (OPO) from a number of US departure locations. Just type in Flight Porto to find the most affordable Air France flights to the Portuguese coastal city departing from your nearest airport in the next months and indulge in our lowest prices for the dates of your travel on our website. Do you want to know more about Porto before your upcoming trip? Read on for some of our tips and recommendations to the town.

When to visit to Porto?

Climate in Porto is generally considered to be moderate. Although it gets hot throughout the summer, the city is kept cool by neighboring beaches. Weather-wise, the months of April through September are ideal for outdoor activities. This time of year will be ideal if you prefer spending time in the sun and perhaps even tanning a little on the beaches. The hottest months are now July and August, but don't worry, the temperature is only about 25 °C on average. While most people would prefer to skip the rainy seasons, there is also a certain charm during Porto’s wet months. Bring your umbrella around October to April and discover the beautiful museums, restaurants, palaces, and other indoor venues all over the city.

Why travel to Porto?

Porto is famous for its wine, but there’s more to this port wine-producing city located on Portugal's northwest coast, aside from its wine, it is also renowned for its majestic bridges, narrow cobblestone alleyways wind past the homes of merchants and cafes in the historic Ribeira (riverside) area, and the beautiful baroque interior of So. Francisco Church, which is noted for its elaborate metal sculptures. If you want to have a laid-back holiday filled with beautiful sites, good food, and unique wine, then this Portuguese destination is definitely a must-visit.

What to do in Porto?

Anyone who wishes to enjoy gorgeous scenery and fascinating culture during their vacation should consider Porto. Along with the must-taste wines, Porto has a lot more to offer visitors, such the busy Cais da Ribeira piazza along the river, where visitors and residents meet for a meal or a few drinks. The spectacular twin-level metal arch bridge known as the Luis I Bridge, which is situated next to the Cais da Ribeira, is regarded as the embodiment of Porto's industrial past. The Casa da Msica, a performance venue created by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, is a beloved contemporary addition to Porto's urban landscape. Due to its unique features, this is one of the few music venues that is worth visiting, even just to discover its unique design.

Practical information

Euros are the official currency of the Portuguese city of Porto. Portuguese is also commonly used, but English is also widely used, along with other European languages including Spanish and French. There aren't many reported crimes in Porto compared to other large cities, making it a safe place to visit. The majority of visitors won't encounter any challenges or concerns while visiting Porto or traveling across the north of Portugal.