From Dracula’s Transylvania to Edinburgh’s underground vaults, there are plenty of places to get into the Halloween spirit this October half-term, with direct flights from London Stansted to six destinations offering ghost tours, haunted attractions and seasonal events.
More than 860,000 passengers are expected to travel through London Stansted during the October half-term, which culminates in Halloween on Saturday, October 31.
Edinburgh, Transylvania, Prague, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Budapest all offer plenty of opportunities for a spooky autumn getaway.
With more European destinations than any other UK airport, London Stansted offers plenty of choice for those looking to get away this half-term.
- Edinburgh is one of the closest options, with direct flights from Stansted with easyJet and Ryanair. The Scottish capital’s historic Old Town is the perfect setting for ghost tours through its winding streets and underground vaults, while the Edinburgh Dungeon offers a more theatrical take on the city’s darker history.
- Transylvania is a must for anyone drawn to the legends of Dracula. Flights from Stansted operate to Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca, providing access to the region and Bran Castle, one of the landmarks most closely associated with the famous vampire. Its Halloween programme runs from October 24 to November 1.
- Prague offers a suitably spooky backdrop, with its cobbled streets, Gothic architecture and ghost tours through the historic Old Town. Just outside the city, visitors can also explore the Sedlec Ossuary in Kutná Hora, better known as the Bone Church for its striking interior decorated with human bones. Ryanair operates daily flights from Stansted to Prague.
- Amsterdam has Halloween events around the city, as well as the Amsterdam Dungeon, where visitors can delve into the darker side of the city’s history. Its famous canals, museums and other attractions also make it a great choice for a half-term break. easyJet operates daily flights from Stansted to Amsterdam.
- Copenhagen gets into the Halloween spirit at Tivoli Gardens, where pumpkins, seasonal displays and entertainment transform the famous amusement park during October. Ryanair operates daily flights from Stansted to Copenhagen.
- Budapest offers ghost and vampire-themed walking tours around its historic Castle District. For a change of pace, visitors can relax in the city’s famous thermal baths or explore the sights along the Danube. Ryanair operates daily flights from Stansted to Budapest.
Neringa Ohrstrom, Head of Brand and Marketing at London Stansted, said:
“With October half-term leading straight into Halloween this year, it’s a great opportunity to swap trick-or-treating at home for a short break somewhere a little different. From ghost tours and Dracula legends to Halloween events and historic attractions, there are some fantastic places to explore, all within reach with direct flights from Stansted.”
