When searching for property for sale in Spain, it is always a good idea to visit it first, to ensure you're happy with the real estate you're considering purchasing.
There are a number of airlines that fly to Spain from the UK, such as Condor, EasyJet, RyanAir, BmiBaby and Air Berlin. Some airlines only service out of the way areas, from which travelling on to your final destination may be problematic and expensive. Other airlines, such as Vueling or EasyJet travel to airports in larger cities, which you will probably find more convenient. When travelling from the UK, larger airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, East Midlands or Glasgow may have more flights to choose from, although they might also be more expensive or awkward to get to. Shopping around is a good idea, and there are many websites which can help you. Always bear in mind that some airlines don't list airport taxes among their advertised price, and be sure to check what the total cost will be before buying.
Ticket prices for flights to Spain can vary greatly. If it suits your schedule, flying during the week or just outside of the holiday season, could help you save money, as could booking your ticket several months in advance. Changing your flight or the name on your tickets might be an expensive move, so make sure you are positive about flying on those dates. Flying from England to Spain takes around two and a half hours, and smaller airlines tend to be very strict about take off times. Always make sure to check in in good time for your flight.
Most budget airlines, which may be the most convenient option for travel to Spain, have strict policies on luggage weight. You should always check with the individual airline exactly how much luggage they allow, and expect to be charged for any extra. Although there are limits in place on the amounts of cigars, wines, perfumes, cigarettes and liquors one is allowed to import into Spain, there are no customs charges on personal items such as personal jewellery or cameras among other things. Passing through Spanish customs is a very relaxed process.
Always ensure that you have transport from the airport to your hotel or other destination, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. Although Spain has some very good transport links in the form of trains and buses, some airports can be fair away from the areas you need to access, and although taxi fares are very reasonable, the total price may still take you by surprise.