Flights to Asturias

If you seek authenticity, wild landscapes and deeply rooted culture, flights to Asturias bring you to one of northern Spain’s most evocative corners. No long layovers or logistical hurdles: frequent, well-integrated air connections from Madrid, Barcelona, Palma and other European capitals make short yet rich trips effortless.

Asturias Airport

The region’s main airport is OVD, located near Avilés and well connected to Oviedo, Gijón and the wider community. From OVD, reach major cities via regular public transport, taxis and private services. Airport–city links are swift and frequent—even off-peak: regional buses stop at key stations like Oviedo and Gijón, with schedules aligned to flights; regulated taxis offer short wait times; and car rental desks operate directly in the terminal, enabling independent travel to rural or coastal areas.

What to see in Asturias

• Oviedo: Historic capital featuring its Cathedral, medieval old town and Fine Arts Museum. Cobbled streets, pre-Romanesque churches and the university’s academic atmosphere create a dense yet accessible cultural hub.
• Gijón: Vibrant coastal city with urban beaches like San Lorenzo, the Atlantic Botanical Garden and the Cimadevilla district—preserving its seafaring essence through narrow lanes, a historic lighthouse and an active fishing port.
• Covadonga: Symbolic site of the Reconquest, nestled within Picos de Europa National Park and its sacred lakes. Its sanctuary, cave and viewpoints deliver an irreplaceable spiritual and geographical experience.
• Llanes: Charming fishing village with cobbled streets, medieval walls and spectacular cliffs. Its coastal headland hosts fine-sand beaches and lighthouses that set the rhythm of local life.
• Cangas de Onís: Gateway to the National Park, famed for its Roman Bridge and unique natural setting. Here, hiking trails converge with cheese-making traditions and rural stone-and-timber architecture.

When to visit Asturias

Spring (April–June) brings mild temperatures, wildflowers and fewer crowds: green meadows intensify, rivers swell and villages host local festivals with traditional music and ancestral dances. Summer (July–August) is perfect for beaches and local festivals—though demand peaks: warm nights, abundant food fairs and fully accessible mountain paths. Autumn (September–October) offers vivid forest colours, clear skies and serene conditions ideal for hiking and gastronomy: chestnuts fall, cider houses open their chigres, and valleys glow golden and red. Winter is cold and rainy, yet reveals rural and mountainous Asturias in profound stillness—morning mist in valleys, chimney smoke in villages and an intimate, deep sensory palette.

Frequently asked questions

Where does my flight to Asturias land? At OVD airport, serving the entire region and strategically placed between major cities: it takes just 40 minutes to Oviedo, 35 to Gijón and only 15 to Avilés—with no significant congestion.

Is it easy to get from OVD to Oviedo or Gijón? Yes: regular bus lines, licensed taxis and car rentals are all available on-site. Shared transfers and local apps also coordinate door-to-door rides in advance.

Does Asturias have other airports besides OVD? No: OVD is the region’s sole operational commercial airport, designed to meet all air travel demand. No functional alternatives exist, nor are new aviation infrastructures planned in the near term.

Can I book my flight to Asturias together with accommodation? Yes: on HotelsCasa, search and reserve flights to Asturias alongside hotels, apartments and other lodging options in a single process—including filters by location, property type and compatibility with local activities.