Published 7 May 2026 | Updated 22 September 2026 by Phil Salcedo
Cheap holiday deals from the UK range from sub-£300 beach packages to city breaks, all-inclusive resorts, and long-haul escapes. The deals on this page are checked for real value before they appear here: the price, the hotel quality, what’s actually included, and whether the dates and airports make sense for most people. If a headline price requires a specific low-demand date from an obscure airport with no transfers included and a hotel that scores 6 out of 10, we say so.
Package holidays, covering flights, accommodation, and transfers bundled together, are often cheaper than building the same trip yourself, particularly for popular Mediterranean and Canary Islands destinations. They also come with ATOL protection, which means your money is protected if the operator goes under before or during your trip. ATOL cover does not apply if you book flights and hotels separately, so it’s worth comparing the total cost of both options before deciding which way to book.
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Jet2 and TUI are the two operators that consistently offer the strongest combination of value and reliability for UK package holidays. Jet2 includes 22kg hold luggage and transfers in the base price, which makes a real difference to the total cost and is one reason their headline prices are more comparable to what you actually pay than some rivals. TUI covers the widest range of destinations and board types, and runs regular sales throughout the year. easyJet Holidays is worth comparing alongside the specialists for Mediterranean packages, particularly from southern English airports. BA Holidays is increasingly competitive for holidays combining Heathrow departures with higher-grade hotels.
All-inclusive holidays can represent excellent value when the resort delivers on what’s included. A week in a well-rated Turkish resort with all meals, drinks, and most activities can come in under £400 per person. The equivalent trip booked as room-only, with meals and drinks paid separately, often ends up costing considerably more. The trap is resorts that describe themselves as all-inclusive but restrict premium drinks, certain restaurants, or water sports to paid extras. Read what’s included carefully before booking.
The cheapest time to book a summer package from the UK is typically January and February, when operators run their biggest early-bird promotions and availability is at its widest. Late bookings, two to four weeks before departure, can also deliver strong discounts when operators have unsold inventory to shift, but choice narrows quickly during school holiday periods. Travelling outside the main school holidays consistently cuts the cost by 20 to 40 per cent for the same hotel and destination.
Use the deals below as a starting point. If you’re still deciding on a destination, the guides further down the page cover popular options by budget, along with what to expect on price at different times of year.
• Jet2holidays – Often cheaper than rivals for beach destinations, especially if you’re flying from the north of England or Scotland. Includes 22kg hold luggage and transfers in the price, which helps keep cheap holiday deals genuinely low-cost.
• Loveholidays – Good for comparing a wide range of hotels with real-time pricing. Often features last-minute cheap holiday deals and lets you filter by budget easily.
• On the Beach – Lets you build your own package by combining flights and hotels. Handy for finding cheap holiday deals that mix airlines or hotels other sites don’t include.
• Expedia – maybe surprisngly, we often find lower prices using Expedia’s package search than visiting holkday specialists direct. Always compare.
Booking early gives you the most choice and usually the best price. Most UK holiday operators release their best deals 9–12 months ahead, and early birds typically save 10–15% on popular summer dates. For all-inclusive packages to the Mediterranean, aim to book by February for the following summer. Last-minute can work for flexible travellers, but availability narrows quickly in school holiday periods.
Use comparison sites as a starting point, not a final answer. Sites like Jet2holidays, TUI, and easyJet Holidays all sell direct, and you’ll sometimes find exclusive offers that don’t appear on aggregators. Check a few operators directly once you have a shortlist. ATOL protection matters — always confirm before you pay.
Shoulder season travel saves serious money. The two weeks either side of school holidays can be 20–30% cheaper for the same hotel and destination. If you have flexibility on dates, flying on a Tuesday or Wednesday departure is typically cheaper than Friday or Sunday. Moving your dates by just three or four days can bring the price down considerably.
Package holidays — flights, transfers, and accommodation bundled together — often work out cheaper than booking the parts separately, and ATOL cover means your money is protected if the operator fails. Build-your-own can be more flexible but check the total cost carefully, including transfers, before assuming it’s better value.
For summer package holidays, booking in January and February — often called the “January sale” window — typically gives you the best prices and most choice. For winter sun, late September and October tend to offer good value. If you can travel outside school holidays, shoulder season departures in May, early June, or late September are consistently cheaper than peak July and August dates.
It depends on the destination and time of year, but package holidays often work out cheaper for popular sun destinations, particularly when you factor in transfers. They also come with ATOL protection, which means your money is protected if the operator collapses. For city breaks or less common destinations, building your own trip can be better value — just compare the full cost, including transfers and luggage.
Manchester, Birmingham, and Bristol regularly offer competitive prices for package holidays, particularly to Spanish and Portuguese destinations. Gatwick often has good Jet2 and TUI options. London Stansted is strong for easyJet Holidays. Flying from a regional airport can also save significantly on travel costs to London, so always compare the total price including getting to the airport.
ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s Licence) protects the money you pay if your holiday company fails before or during your trip. If your operator is ATOL-protected and goes under, you won’t lose your money and, if you’re abroad, you’ll be brought home. Always check for the ATOL logo before booking a package holiday. Booking flights and hotels separately does not give you ATOL protection.
Major operators including Jet2, TUI, and On the Beach regularly discount unsold holidays in the weeks before departure. Late deals typically appear 2–4 weeks out, with deeper discounts in the final 7–10 days. The trade-off is limited choice on dates, destinations, and board basis. Flight Tribe publishes last-minute deals as they appear, so checking back regularly is one of the simplest ways to find them.
