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Many cheap flights include lengthy layovers, with European airlines introducing new stopover programmes to encourage passengers to explore their destinations.

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Video. Connection tourism: These are the best European cities for layovers

Updated: 15/09/2025 - 17:06 GMT+2

New research has revealed the best European cities for a layover, with Barcelona claiming the top spot.

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