Cheap flights to Kiev
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This quickly developing capital of Ukraine is emerging colorfully from its Soviet past and becoming a tourist hub for European and global visitors, interested in sampling its Eastern Slavic delights. Despite its many contemporary influences, which make it a pleasurable city to visit, well equipped with modern conveniences, you can still see traditional sights and sounds. This includes a glimpse of Babushkas outside the stations, which make this an intriguing and fascinating city for those who love historical places. Whether you appreciate fine cuisine or have a tighter budget, the city offers attractions and adventure for everyone who travels within her walls.
Andriyivsky Uzviz is Kiev’s most famous street, offering its visitors a selection of landmarks like the Castle of Richard the Lionhearted, St Andrew’s Church and Mikhail Bulgakov’s house. One of the city’s most visible attractions is the striking St Sophia’s Cathedral with its beautiful golden cupolas. A climb to the top rewards you with stunning views of the city and surrounding areas. The Pechersk Lavra Kiev Caves Monastery is probably the most visited attraction in Kiev and you will find it overlooking the Dnipro River. In the Upper Lavra you will find famous churches and museums like the Great Bell Tower and Church of the Assumption, while the lower Lavra reveals caves and passages which were once home to ancient monks.
Best Time to Fly to Kiev
Kiev has a humid, continental climate, with great seasonal weather shifts. Summers can be very hot, while winters are quite cold. The spring and fall months are quite short, with good weather. May and mid-October are the best times to visit to take advantage of pleasant weather conditions. During May, flowers begin to bloom, making this a pretty time in the city. June, July and August are the hottest months in the city. December, January and February are the coldest months, with snow occurring from late November till March.
Many airlines offer special flight packages during the summer and school vacation periods, and you may also find good deals during the quieter winter months, when fewer people travel to cities in Eastern Europe, due to cold weather and snow. Look out for pre-festive season specials which may run for a brief time.
Getting around Kiev
Local bus operators offer a full service within the city and there is also the Kiev Metro rail network.