Below, you can find a document which presents a comparison of flights from a selection of airports in the UK.

Things to bear in mind

• You should aim to book your flights as early as possible (prices will rise, sometimes a lot!)

• Remember that term finishes after we leave, so an airport closer to Durham may be easier!

• There are 2 ways to reach Porto, either via:

  • a direct flight to Porto International Airport (OPO) - all options below include this

  • a direct flight to Lisbon International Airport (LIS), followed by train / bus (2-3h)

• It is best to book direct with the airline; this avoids having to pay extra for baggage!

Transporting instruments

Larger instruments (such as cellos, double basses, percussion) are transported via our van, which is driven down to Porto. 

Smaller instruments (everything else) can either be transported via our van (subject to space), or can be transported via plane.  Please note that adding instruments to your flight is normally a denomination of "special baggage" and is not usually included under any form of regular baggage by any airlines.

Please ensure you inform DUPO how you wish to transport your instruments in plenty of time, and ensure you have insurance cover.