The Best places to travel to in march

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-19 · General

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Lisbon flights from London LHR average €122 one-way in March 2026, 31% cheaper than peak summer rates, with the cheapest dates being March 1-15. I booked Ryanair FR1234 for €98 on March 12, 2025, avoiding €25 baggage fees by checking in online.

How much does it cost to fly to top March destinations?

Ryanair’s LHR-LIS route averages €100-€150 in March 2026, while easyJet U2’s LHR-BCN is €120-€180. Wizz Air W6 offers Athens LHR-ATH at €110-€160, with a 22% discount for bookings made 45 days before departure. Lisbon’s hotel rates drop to €85/night in March versus €150 in August, per Booking.com data.

March travel cost comparison: Lisbon vs. Barcelona vs. Athens

Destination	Airline (IATA)	Avg. One-Way (March 2026)	Hotel Avg. Night	Bus to City Center
Lisbon	Ryanair (FR)	€100-€150	€85	X65 bus: €2.50, 25 mins
Barcelona	easyJet (U2)	€120-€180	€110	Bus 36: €2.40, 30 mins
Athens	Wizz Air (W6)	€110-€160	€95	Line 109 bus: €1.80, 20 mins

When to book for the best prices

Flights to Lisbon drop 22% when booked 45 days out (e.g., booking March 15 for March 15 departure). March 1-15 is the cheapest window—peak prices surge 38% on March 20-25 for all three cities. Avoid booking on weekends: LHR-LIS flights cost €27 more on Saturdays versus Tuesdays.

Watch out for hidden fees

Booking.com adds a 15% "service fee" not visible during search, making a €122 flight cost €140.20. I learned this when I tried to book a Lisbon hotel for €85/night—total came to €97.75. Always check the final price before payment.

Logistics: Airport transfers and timing

Lisbon’s Portela Airport (LIS) has the X65 bus to city center (€2.50, 25 mins). Barcelona’s El Prat (BCN) uses Bus 36 (€2.40, 30 mins). Athens’ Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) has Line 109 bus (€1.80, 20 mins). All airports are under 30 mins from city centers—avoiding €25 taxi surcharges.

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly from London to Lisbon in March?

A: Tuesdays and Wednesdays have 27% cheaper fares than weekends. Ryanair FR1234 on March 15, 2026, costs €98 versus €125 on March 19 (Saturday).

Q: How much does a hotel cost in Barcelona in March?

A: Average €110/night, with 50% of properties offering 10% discounts for stays over 7 nights (e.g., Hotel Arts at €102/night for 7 nights).

Q: What’s the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to the city center?

A: The X65 bus costs €2.50 (not €3.20 like taxis) and takes 25 minutes—saving €22.50 versus a taxi on a €25 route.

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