Not all low fares are equal. Some flights look cheap but sting you on luggage, awkward times, or a six-hour layover in Frankfurt. The best-value flights balance price, convenience, and airline extras — and that’s what we look for when picking deals.
We check multiple routes daily from UK airports and cut through the noise to surface the flights that actually make sense to book. Want to fly hand luggage only? Prefer avoiding 6am departures? We factor that in. If it’s not a good deal, we don’t list it.
Latest Spain flight deals we've found
A handful of low-cost airlines dominate the Spain route map from the UK, and they’re different in the cheap Spain flights they offer. Some offer rock-bottom fares but sting you on bags or timings, while others strike a better balance.
Ryanair: Often the cheapest outright, especially if you’re flexible with dates and don’t need checked baggage. They serve dozens of Spanish destinations from across the UK, and it’s not unusual to find returns under £30 during sales. Just double-check those baggage rules — they catch people out.
easyJet: Usually a few pounds more than Ryanair, but flies from more central airports and has more generous hand luggage policies. Particularly good for Spanish city breaks and Balearic routes from Gatwick, Bristol, and Manchester.
Vueling: Spain’s budget airline, solid for Barcelona and regional airports like Seville or Bilbao. Fares can dip under £50 return if you avoid weekends, and it’s sometimes cheaper than easyJet on the same routes.
Jet2: More common from northern UK airports, Jet2 is popular for holiday routes like Malaga, Alicante, and the Canaries. It’s not always the cheapest headline price, but the timings, service, and luggage allowance can make it better value.
Iberia is Spain’s national airline and part of the Oneworld alliance. It’s not a budget carrier, but it often runs competitive fares from the UK to Madrid and beyond — especially if you book early.
Baggage and seat selection are usually included on longer routes, and it’s a solid choice if you want full service without the frills of British Airways. Iberia also connects well to smaller Spanish cities via Madrid.
Spain travel guides
The cheapest time to book flights to Spain is usually January to early March and mid-September to November. These shoulder and off-peak periods avoid school holidays and offer lower demand, which often means lower prices.
For the best value:
Book 6–8 weeks in advance for short breaks.
Fly midweek (especially Tuesdays or Wednesdays).
Avoid peak dates like school holidays, bank holiday weekends, and August in general.
Use fare alerts and be flexible with airports — flying out of one and into another can sometimes drop the price.
If you’re heading to the Canaries, winter can still be cheap, especially outside Christmas and half-term.
Palma de Mallorca (PMI) – Frequent sales from all major UK airports, especially in shoulder season.
Alicante (ALC) – Year-round deals thanks to high demand from Brits.
Malaga (AGP) – Great value from Jet2, Ryanair, and easyJet.
Barcelona (BCN) – Cheap city break fares if you book ahead or fly midweek.
Tenerife South (TFS) – One of the cheapest long-haul-style trips in winter.
Lanzarote (ACE) – Excellent value from regional airports outside school holidays.
Gran Canaria (LPA) – Underrated for deals, especially with TUI and Ryanair.
Madrid (MAD) – Often overlooked, but competitive fares from BA, Iberia, and low-cost carriers.
Ibiza (IBZ) – Great deals in May, June, and late September when crowds thin out.
Fly midweek – Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually cheapest.
Avoid school holidays – Prices spike during summer and half-term.
Use budget airlines – Ryanair and easyJet often have the lowest base fares.
Travel light – Only pack hand luggage to avoid baggage fees.
Book early – 6–8 weeks ahead is usually the sweet spot.
Mix airports – Flying out of one UK airport and back into another can be cheaper.
Set price alerts – Use tools like Google Flights or Skyscanner to track dips.
Look at smaller airports in Spain – Girona, Murcia, and Reus sometimes have better deals than the big hubs.
Absolutely! If you bundle your flights and hotels through Flight Tribe, you’ll be much more likely to slash costs. Look into our combo deals for affordable Italy holidays.
To get the best value on flights to Spain, set up price alerts and book when fares dip.
Flying into one city and out of another — like arriving in Barcelona and leaving from Madrid — can sometimes save money and avoid backtracking.
The cheapest prices usually show up in spring and autumn, when the weather’s still good but demand is lower. And keep an eye on baggage costs — many budget fares only include a small bag.
Want to save on your hotel too? Flight Tribe often finds deals on budget and mid-range hotels across Spain — whether you're heading to the coast, the Canaries, or the cities. Check our cheap hotels in Spain page to book your stay alongside your flight and lock in the full trip for less.
Looking for an all-in-one option? We also find full-package holidays to Spain at excellent prices — often including flights, hotels, transfers, and extras.
From beach breaks in the Balearics to winter sun in the Canaries, there’s usually something worth snapping up.
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