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Suggestions for low cost short weekend trips from Moscow

Studying in the capital of Russia for students is a popular choice. Not only is the level of education first rate, but Moscow is also known for its great nightlife and terrific tourist attractions. Once you have spent time in Moscow, and want to travel to other parts of Europe for a short time where can you go? In this guide, we will explore four of the best short haul destinations from Moscow. There are not many students that have a lot of money to spend on flights and travel, but it seems a shame that American students cannot see some of the finer places in Europe. The amount of low cost airlines in European counties has increased hugely in the last decade. Flying to the major cities in Europe from Moscow will not take you a long time; in fact, one longer journey (Moscow to London) takes just four hours. The only major difference between flying on low cost airlines and higher fare airlines is the quality of the flight. Since lower fare airlines are always increasing their quality the difference is minimal, this is why millions of people choose to fly with low cost airlines every year.

Low Cost Airline Guide

To find the low cost airlines that travel with to Moscow, you can use a website like Low Cost Airline Guide. On this website you can pinpoint what low cost airlines fly to and from your desired airport in Moscow. Once you have found the airline you need to go through and find out the price on offer, to decide which airline is best for you. There are plenty of European destinations that you can get low priced flights to from Moscow. Remember research is crucial; therefore, using a website like the one above you can gain an idea concerning how much you will have to spend on flights, and then you can plan your trip around these prices.

London

Clearly London is one of the most desirable tourist locations in the world. Travelling to London from Moscow is not as hard as it sounds. The flight time is around four hours, which is less than most think. Depending on the time of year you fly you will be spending around €230-€450 on a return flight with a low cost airline. London has plenty of tourist attractions that you can visit in one weekend. Make sure you visit the Tate modern, Tower of London, London Eye, Big Ben and the Natural History Museum for some of London's finest attractions. The nightlife in London is also second to none; there are plenty of trendy bars and clubs that rank highly among the world's best.

Berlin

Berlin is gaining a great reputation for a terrific destination for tourists. The time it takes to fly between Berlin and Moscow is around 2 hours and 45 minutes, which makes it perfect for a weekend destination. The price varies depending on what time of year you are travelling, but should never cost you more than €400, and usually costs around €280 for a return flight throughout the year. Berlin does have plenty of tourist attractions; in fact, it probably has about the same amount as London. Make sure you visit the Brandenburg Gate, The new centre (which is one of the busiest markets/shopping centres in the whole of Europe), the Television Tower, and the Spandau Citadel. There are also plenty of bars and clubs specifically designed for both tourists and students. Madrid If you would prefer to take a break and get some decent weather (which Moscow lacks) then Madrid will be the perfect destination for your short break. The flight distance is around 2000 miles, so you will be flying for around four hours. The prices are much lower than you may think with a low budget airline; you should be able to get a return flight for around €280-€350 for off peak times. Madrid is without doubt one of the best European destinations due to its popular sights and favourable weather. Make sure you see the Royal Palace where you can get a private tour. Travel around the El Teleferico De Madrid which is a ten minute tour of the skyline in Madrid, and visit some of the great bars.

Prague

Prague has been described as one of the most elegant and delightful cities in Europe. It has wonderful sights and a terrific nightlife to match. Flights will last for around 2 hours 30 minutes, which makes it a terrific short term break destination. Prices vary throughout the year even though you should never pay more than €380 for a return flight with a low budget airline. In Prague you should try to take a stroll on the Charles Bridge which is one of Prague's most scenic destinations. Also, try to visit Prague's Museum of Music, and the Klementinum which not only hosts classical concerts, but is a terrifically designed building.