Plane tickets from Albuquerque to Burlington

Welcome to Burlington, the beautiful city nestled between Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. This vibrant city offers a wide variety of attractions and activities that make it an ideal destination for all types of travellers. From cultural attractions such as the Fleming Museum, Vibrancy and UVM Art Museum to outdoor recreations along the waterfront of the city, you’ll have something interesting to do no matter what brings you here. Whether you’re visiting Burlington to take in its amazing art and history, explore the outdoors, or just to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you’ll find plenty of things to do to fill your time. Get ready to take an in-depth look at why Burlington is a great place to visit!

Getting to Know Burlington

Burlington is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Vermont, with a population of 42,919 according to the 2019 census. Located on the east shore of Lake Champlain, Burlington is the largest city in Vermont and the second-largest in the New England region, after Boston. Burlington is in the Eastern Time Zone. The official language spoken in Burlington is English, but some of the city's diverse population speaks other languages including French, Spanish, German, Russsian, and Vietnamese. Currency in Burlington, as with all of the United States, is the US dollar.

Climate and Weather

Burlington, Vermont is located in the New England region of the United States and offers four distinct seasons with a great deal of precipitation throughout the year. Summers in Burlington are warm, humid, and wet with temperatures reaching mid-70s Fahrenheit (24°C). Winters are cold and snowy with temperatures rarely dipping below 10°F (-12°C). Burlington has hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching as high as 90°F (32°C). Winters in Burlington are long and cold, with temperatures averaging between 20°F (-7°C) and 30°F (-1°C). The average snowfall in Burlington is approximately 55 inches (140 cm) per year. Rainfall is spread throughout the four seasons, but spring is typically the wettest season with average annual precipitation of 40 inches (100 cm). Burlington's climate can be classified as humid continental and is influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean.

Touring Burlington: Airport and Transportation

There is only one airport in Burlington, the Burlington International Airport. To get from the airport to downtown in Burlington, you can take the Chittenden County Transportation Authority (CCTA) bus which costs $1.25 or use a taxi which will cost about $20. No, you cannot change money at the Burlington International Airport, however there are nearby banks where you can do so.

Exploring the Rich History and Culture of Burlington

  1. Burlington is home to the Church Street Marketplace - a pedestrian mall featuring a variety of restaurants, cafe's, stores, and street performances.
  2. The city is classified as an Arts & Cultural District, with dozens of art galleries, museums, entertainment venues, and performing arts organizations located throughout the City.
  3. The annual Vermont International Film Festival takes place each year in downtown Burlington, and features a selection of independent films from around the world.

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