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Last Minute Holidays 2026

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Last minute holiday deals

Last minute All Inclusive holidays

Spontaneous holidays are so easy when you go All Inclusive! All the essentials for a chilled-out stay are covered in the hotel price – usually three buffet meals a day plus selected drinks, snacks, activities and entertainment. And many All Inclusive hotels also have more options available at an extra charge, from à la carte restaurants to spa treatments. Take your pick from our current last minute All Inclusive holidays.

Life Resort Coral Hills - All inclusive
In-resort rep

Life Resort Coral Hills - All inclusive

Egypt, El Quseir

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£310pp
4.1ATOL Protected
Caribbean Village Agador - All inclusive

Caribbean Village Agador - All inclusive

Morocco, Agadir

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£280pp
Plus local fees of £9 pp. Total holiday £289 pp.
3.1ATOL Protected
Marhaba Club

Marhaba Club

Tunisia, Sousse

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£305pp
Plus local fees of £21 pp. Total holiday £326 pp.
4.4ATOL Protected
Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel
In-resort rep

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£950pp
4.5ATOL Protected
DoubleTree by Hilton Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm Bay
In-resort repFamily-friendly

DoubleTree by Hilton Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm Bay

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£515pp
Plus local fees of £78 pp. Total holiday £593 pp.
4.3ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Ultra All Inclusive

Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Ultra All Inclusive

Morocco, Taghazout

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£705pp
Plus local fees of £23 pp. Total holiday £728 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Transfer Included

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers

Maldives, Kaafu Atoll

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£2,355pp
4.8ATOL Protected
Happy Life Village Dahab
In-resort rep

Happy Life Village Dahab

Egypt, Dahab

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£290pp
4.5ATOL Protected
Aqua Mirage Club & Aqua Parc - All Inclusive
Family-friendly

Aqua Mirage Club & Aqua Parc - All Inclusive

Morocco, Marrakech

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£370pp
Plus local fees of £26 pp. Total holiday £396 pp.
4.2ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only
In-resort repChosen by us

Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£685pp
4.7ATOL Protected
Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort

Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort

Dominican Republic, Uvero Alto

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,320pp
ATOL Protected
Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour

Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour

Tunisia, Mahdia

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£350pp
Plus local fees of £32 pp. Total holiday £382 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
Baron Palms Resort Sharm El Sheikh - Adults Only - All inclusive
In-resort rep

Baron Palms Resort Sharm El Sheikh - Adults Only - All inclusive

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£580pp
4.7ATOL Protected
Titanic Royal-Families and Couples only
In-resort rep

Titanic Royal-Families and Couples only

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£620pp
4.8ATOL Protected
Villa Park Sun Island
Transfer Included

Villa Park Sun Island

Maldives, Maamigili

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£2,875pp
4.7ATOL Protected

Last minute package holidays

Spontaneous doesn’t have to be scary! Last minute package holidays help you book at short notice without missing any of the essentials. Your flights and hotel are bundled together in one price and protected by ATOL, with the choice to add transfers, extra luggage and any other extras that are available for your trip. Take a look at our current last minute package holiday deals.

Life Resort Coral Hills - All inclusive
In-resort rep

Life Resort Coral Hills - All inclusive

Egypt, El Quseir

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£310pp
4.1ATOL Protected
Marhaba Club

Marhaba Club

Tunisia, Sousse

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£305pp
Plus local fees of £21 pp. Total holiday £326 pp.
4.4ATOL Protected
Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel
In-resort rep

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£950pp
4.5ATOL Protected
DoubleTree by Hilton Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm Bay
In-resort repFamily-friendly

DoubleTree by Hilton Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm Bay

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£515pp
Plus local fees of £78 pp. Total holiday £593 pp.
4.3ATOL Protected
Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa
Family-friendly

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Spain, Puerto del Carmen

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Half Board

from£440pp
3.6ATOL Protected
Ona Hollywood Mirage
Family-friendly

Ona Hollywood Mirage

Spain, Los Cristianos

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Self-Catering

from£345pp
3.9ATOL Protected
Happy Life Village Dahab
In-resort rep

Happy Life Village Dahab

Egypt, Dahab

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£290pp
4.5ATOL Protected
Alua Village Fuerteventura - All Inclusive - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

Alua Village Fuerteventura - All Inclusive - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

Spain, Esquinzo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£475pp
4.1ATOL Protected
Kn Aparthotel Panoramica Heights

Kn Aparthotel Panoramica Heights

Spain, Costa Adeje

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Room Only

from£350pp
3.9ATOL Protected
Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Spain, Esquinzo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£340pp
4.0ATOL Protected
Bluesea Bahía Fañabé & Villas

Bluesea Bahía Fañabé & Villas

Spain, Costa Adeje

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£580pp
ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only
In-resort repChosen by us

Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£685pp
4.7ATOL Protected
Hotel Palia Don Pedro

Hotel Palia Don Pedro

Spain, Costa Del Silencio

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£370pp
3.5ATOL Protected
BLUESEA Corralejo Village

BLUESEA Corralejo Village

Spain, Corralejo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£615pp
4.4ATOL Protected
Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour

Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour

Tunisia, Mahdia

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£350pp
Plus local fees of £32 pp. Total holiday £382 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected

Last minute luxury holidays

Craving the 5-star treatment? Luxury holidays are the ultimate in cheeky last-minute escapes! Boujee boutique hotels, Adult-only hideaways, family holidays with all the whistles and bells, world-class spas, gorgeous golf courses, fine dining – find something to suit your style with our last-minute luxury holidays.

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel
In-resort rep

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£950pp
4.5ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Ultra All Inclusive

Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Ultra All Inclusive

Morocco, Taghazout

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£705pp
Plus local fees of £23 pp. Total holiday £728 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only
In-resort repChosen by us

Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus - Couples Only

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£685pp
4.7ATOL Protected
Baron Palms Resort Sharm El Sheikh - Adults Only - All inclusive
In-resort rep

Baron Palms Resort Sharm El Sheikh - Adults Only - All inclusive

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£580pp
4.7ATOL Protected
Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Cape Verde, Santa Maria

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£820pp
Plus local fees of £15 pp. Total holiday £835 pp.
3.9ATOL Protected
Titanic Royal-Families and Couples only
In-resort rep

Titanic Royal-Families and Couples only

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£620pp
4.8ATOL Protected
Parrotel Lagoon Waterpark Resort
In-resort rep

Parrotel Lagoon Waterpark Resort

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£395pp
4.1ATOL Protected
SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
In-resort repFamily-friendly

SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£800pp
4.8ATOL Protected
Gran Tagoro Family & Fun Playa Blanca
Family-friendly

Gran Tagoro Family & Fun Playa Blanca

Spain, Playa Blanca

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Half Board

from£650pp
4.2ATOL Protected
Romance Regency Club Adult Only (+16) - Ultra All Inclusive
In-resort rep

Romance Regency Club Adult Only (+16) - Ultra All Inclusive

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£510pp
4.6ATOL Protected
V Grand Beach Resort Sahl Hasheesh
In-resort rep

V Grand Beach Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£565pp
4.1ATOL Protected
Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Cape Verde, Santa Maria

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£955pp
Plus local fees of £15 pp. Total holiday £970 pp.
4.4ATOL Protected
Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Portugal, Machico

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£510pp
Plus local fees of £12 pp. Total holiday £522 pp.
ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Palais Des Roses

Pickalbatros Palais Des Roses

Morocco, Agadir

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£625pp
Plus local fees of £21 pp. Total holiday £646 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
Savoy Sharm El Sheikh
In-resort repFamily-friendly

Savoy Sharm El Sheikh

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,010pp
4.9ATOL Protected

Last minute holidays to Greece

From spontaneous group trips to Corfu to romantic Santorini sunsets or solo adventures in Zante, find your ideal last minute Greek island escape for 2026 and beyond.

Last minute holidays to Spain

When it comes to convenience, last minute jaunts to Spain are the answer. With flights as short as two hours, you’ll get your Vitamin D fix in no time. Plus, you can choose from a wide range of late holiday deals in favourites like Benidorm, Barcelona and Marbella.

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa
Family-friendly

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Spain, Puerto del Carmen

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Half Board

from£440pp
3.6ATOL Protected
Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort
Family-friendly

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Spain, Costa Teguise

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£515pp
4.0ATOL Protected
Occidental Jandía Mar - All Inclusive

Occidental Jandía Mar - All Inclusive

Spain, Esquinzo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£485pp
3.9ATOL Protected
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria Mogan
Family-friendly

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria Mogan

Spain, Puerto de Mogan

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£840pp
Plus local fees of £1 pp. Total holiday £841 pp.
4.4ATOL Protected
BLUESEA Costa Bastian
Family-friendly

BLUESEA Costa Bastian

Spain, Costa Teguise

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£355pp
ATOL Protected
O7 BE KLUB (ex. Bellevue Club)

O7 BE KLUB (ex. Bellevue Club)

Spain, Alcudia

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Room Only

from£240pp
Plus local fees of £3 pp. Total holiday £243 pp.
3.5ATOL Protected
Grand Hyatt Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort
Family-friendly

Grand Hyatt Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort

Spain, Playa Blanca

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£815pp
4.2ATOL Protected
Paradisus Salinas Lanzarote – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Paradisus Salinas Lanzarote – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Spain, Costa Teguise

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,295pp
ATOL Protected
Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa - Adults only - Hyatt Inclusive Collection
Chosen by us

Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa - Adults only - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

Spain, Corralejo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£840pp
4.6ATOL Protected
Relaxia Olivina-All Inclusive

Relaxia Olivina-All Inclusive

Spain, Puerto del Carmen

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£590pp
ATOL Protected
SBH Costa Calma Palace Thalasso & Spa

SBH Costa Calma Palace Thalasso & Spa

Spain, Costa Calma

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Half Board

from£560pp
4.1ATOL Protected
HD Lobos Natura Fuerteventura

HD Lobos Natura Fuerteventura

Spain, Corralejo

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£590pp
4.5ATOL Protected
Gran Oasis Resort

Gran Oasis Resort

Spain, Playa de las Americas

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£750pp
4.4ATOL Protected

Last minute family holidays

We’ve selected a range of last minute family getaways, including great-value All Inclusive deals so you can spend more time by the pool and less time planning meals. Look out for hotels with their own slides and kids’ clubs, or nearby waterparks and theme parks, for low-stress ways to please the kids. Get ready to have fun with your gang on our last minute family holidays.

Maritim Resort & Spa Mauritius

Maritim Resort & Spa Mauritius

Mauritius, Balaclava

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£1,350pp
Plus local fees of £9 pp. Total holiday £1,359 pp.
4.5ATOL Protected
Sandos Caracol Nature Resort & Water Park All Inclusive
Family-friendly

Sandos Caracol Nature Resort & Water Park All Inclusive

Mexico, Playa del Carmen

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,130pp
Plus local fees of £6 pp. Total holiday £1,136 pp.
4.2ATOL Protected
Parrotel Lagoon Waterpark Resort
In-resort rep

Parrotel Lagoon Waterpark Resort

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£305pp
4.1ATOL Protected
DoubleTree by Hilton Malta

DoubleTree by Hilton Malta

Malta, Qawra

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£210pp
Plus local fees of £9 pp. Total holiday £219 pp.
4.1ATOL Protected
Sandos Papagayo Hotel

Sandos Papagayo Hotel

Spain, Playa Blanca

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Half Board

from£430£455pp
4.3ATOL Protected
Moon Palace Cancun - All-Inclusive
Family-friendly

Moon Palace Cancun - All-Inclusive

Mexico, Cancun

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,370pp
Plus local fees of £6 pp. Total holiday £1,376 pp.
4.9ATOL Protected
Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort

Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort

Dominican Republic, Uvero Alto

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,055pp
ATOL Protected
Crown Paradise Club Cancun All Inclusive
Family-friendly

Crown Paradise Club Cancun All Inclusive

Mexico, Cancun

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,030pp
Plus local fees of £7 pp. Total holiday £1,037 pp.
ATOL Protected
SLS Playa Mujeres – ALL Inclusive Collection

SLS Playa Mujeres – ALL Inclusive Collection

Mexico, Playa Mujeres

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£1,490pp
Plus local fees of £6 pp. Total holiday £1,496 pp.
4.7ATOL Protected
SUNRISE Azalea Aqua Park Resort
In-resort rep

SUNRISE Azalea Aqua Park Resort

Egypt, Hurghada

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£450pp
ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Palace Sharm & Aqua Park - All inclusive
In-resort rep

Pickalbatros Palace Sharm & Aqua Park - All inclusive

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / All Inclusive

from£415pp
ATOL Protected
Avani+ Fares Maldives
Transfer Included

Avani+ Fares Maldives

Maldives, Baa Atoll

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£1,420pp
ATOL Protected
LUMA Hotel Times Square

LUMA Hotel Times Square

United States of America, New York City

Flight & Hotel / 7 nights / Room Only

from£1,280pp
4.8ATOL Protected

Last minute city breaks

Spontaneous city breaks to spots like New York and Paris offer a great alternative to the beach, with plenty to see and do – and eat! Plus, booking late could even save you some pennies to spend on sightseeing and shopping once you arrive. Tick off some bucket list experiences on a last minute city break.

Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street

Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£120pp
4.2ATOL Protected
Gołębia 8 Residence

Gołębia 8 Residence

Poland, Krakow

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£115pp
4.3ATOL Protected
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest

K+K Hotel Opera Budapest

Hungary, Budapest

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£145pp
Plus local fees of £3 pp. Total holiday £148 pp.
4.4ATOL Protected
Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

Hungary, Budapest

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£250pp
Plus local fees of £7 pp. Total holiday £257 pp.
5.0ATOL Protected
Hotel Aragon

Hotel Aragon

Belgium, Bruges

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£175pp
Plus local fees of £7 pp. Total holiday £182 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
Pickalbatros Hôtel Du Golf - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus- All-Inclusive

Pickalbatros Hôtel Du Golf - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus- All-Inclusive

Morocco, Marrakech

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / All Inclusive

from£245pp
Plus local fees of £5 pp. Total holiday £250 pp.
4.3ATOL Protected
voco Budapest D8 by IHG

voco Budapest D8 by IHG

Hungary, Budapest

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£170pp
Plus local fees of £5 pp. Total holiday £175 pp.
4.8ATOL Protected
The King Charles

The King Charles

Czech Republic, Prague

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£120pp
Plus local fees of £3 pp. Total holiday £123 pp.
4.5ATOL Protected
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£130pp
4.6ATOL Protected
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£140pp
4.2ATOL Protected
Hilton Budapest

Hilton Budapest

Hungary, Budapest

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£230pp
Plus local fees of £6 pp. Total holiday £236 pp.
4.6ATOL Protected
Scandic Holmenkollen Park

Scandic Holmenkollen Park

Norway, Oslo

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£180pp
4.0ATOL Protected
Academy Plaza Hotel

Academy Plaza Hotel

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£110pp
4.1ATOL Protected
El Olivar Palace Marrakech All Inclusive, Aquapark & SPA

El Olivar Palace Marrakech All Inclusive, Aquapark & SPA

Morocco, Marrakech

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Bed & Breakfast

from£165pp
Plus local fees of £8 pp. Total holiday £173 pp.
4.2ATOL Protected
HF Fénix Porto

HF Fénix Porto

Portugal, Porto

Flight & Hotel / 2 nights / Room Only

from£130pp
Plus local fees of £5 pp. Total holiday £135 pp.
4.1ATOL Protected

Last minute holidays with half board options

For great value that stretches your budget further, our last minute half-board deals include breakfast and dinner in the price – a real bonus when you haven’t got time to plan all the details before you go. Find your match with half board holidays in popular destinations, such as Cyprus, Spain and Turkey.

What is a last minute holiday + how to get the best price

Last minute holidays are booked anywhere from a few days to a few weeks before departure. Flights and hotels (plus transfers if you add them) come packaged in one booking, helping you catch the price drops that happen when airlines and hotels are trying to fill their last remaining seats and rooms.

Still weighing up whether to book now or wait? Read our full guide: do last-minute holiday deals still exist? Or see the full seasonal picture to work out which month suits you best before deciding just how last-minute you want to go.

The trade-off is flexibility for price: you'll have fewer hotels to choose from and less control over dates or airports than if you booked early, but often at a significantly lower cost. So, last minute holidays are a great option if you’re happy to go where the sun is shining – whether that's Spain, Turkey, Greece or somewhere else – rather than if you’re set on a specific hotel or popular destination, or tied to school holidays.

To get the best price:

  • Stay flexible on dates, airports and destination
  • Travel midweek or outside school holidays
  • Book your flight and hotel together in one ATOL-protected package
  • Move fast once you spot a deal – the best ones don't hang around
What is a last minute holiday + how to get the best price

Last minute holidays by destination

Already know where you want to go? Find your deal the easy way with these quick links to last-minute holidays in popular destinations.

  1. Algarve – Long summers mean the Algarve is a good shout for a spontaneous beach break, even in the spring or autumn > Algarve last minute holidays
  2. Canary Islands – The Canaries are a reliable year-round choice, especially for winter sun when much of Europe cools down > Canary Islands last minute holidays
  3. Cyprus – From the height of summer to the peace of winter, it’s always worth seeing what Cyprus deals are available, even at short notice > Cyprus last minute holidays
  4. Egypt – Need a strong dose of sunshine and need it now? Egypt’s Red Sea resorts have your back! Also a good choice for longer stays > Egypt last minute holidays
  5. Gran Canaria – With regular flights, a wide range of accommodation, and year-round warmth, there’s a lot of potential for last-minute availability here > Gran Canaria last minute holidays
  6. Greece – A variety of islands means more flexibility to match your dates and budget, with lots of All Inclusive options too > Greece last minute holidays
  7. Ibiza – Close enough for a short clubbing break or a last-minute family beach escape, with a wide range of accommodation > Ibiza last minute holidays
  8. Lanzarote – A hot pick in the Canaries, Lanzarote is an all-year option with broad appeal, making it a straightforward choice for a late booking > Lanzarote last minute holidays
  9. Majorca – Majorca has everything from family hotels to adult-only hideaways, so there’s a good chance you’ll find a deal to suit you > Majorca last minute holidays
  10. Portugal – Long sandy beaches, the island of Madeira, and city breaks in Lisbon or Porto give plenty of possibilities for last-minute holidays to Portugal > Portugal last minute holidays
  11. Spain – Short flight times and frequent departures make Spain one of the easiest last minute bookings > Spain last minute holidays
  12. Tenerife – Year-round holiday weather means Tenerife can bring the sunny vibes whenever you’re ready to get away > Tenerife last minute holidays
  13. Turkey – The huge variety of resorts, hotels and flights gives a lot of versatility for last minute escapes – and more chance prices will drop near departure > Turkey last minute holidays
Last minute holidays by destination

Are last minute holidays worth it?

Yes - if you're flexible, they can offer good value, but choice is more limited.

Prices often drop close to departure, especially on unsold flights and hotels. But your choice will be more limited, and the best options go fast.

They're ideal if you're open-minded and value a good deal. Less so if you need specific dates, places or hotels.
 

Is It Cheaper To Book A Holiday Last Minute?

FAQs

What is considered last minute travel?

Last minute travel typically means booking within a few days to a few weeks before departure.

How late can you book a last minute holiday?

You can often book up to a few days before departure. Some package holidays are available 24 - 48 hours before travel, depending on flight and hotel availability.

Where can I book last minute holidays?

You can book online with live availability and instant confirmation.

Can you get All Inclusive last minute deals?

Yes – destinations like Turkey, Greece and Egypt offer a wide range of All Inclusive resorts, often with good last minute availability.

What's included, and what's usually extra?

Your hotel, flights and the airline’s basic luggage allowance are included in the price. You can add transfers, extra luggage, seat reservations, airport parking, security fast track, airport lounges, travel insurance and excursions through us either during or after booking. You’ll need to pay any local tourist taxes on arrival, and for any food, drink and other hotel services not included in your board basis during your stay.

When is payment due, and does the deposit/instalment plan still apply this close to departure?

It depends when you book. If you book less than 21 days before departure, you’ll need to pay in full straight away to secure your booking. Book 21 or more days ahead, and you can lock in your holiday with a deposit, then pay the balance before you travel. But either way, there’s no monthly payment option for bookings less than 12 weeks before departure. Find out more on our low deposit holidays page.

How is my booking confirmed, and by when?

We’ll send you a confirmation email as soon as everything’s sorted – usually straight after you book. But don’t worry if you don’t hear from us immediately. Every so often, it can take a little longer to finalise some elements of your holiday. If that happens, we’ll be in touch within 72 hours.

When is the best time to book a last minute holiday?

The best time is when you see a deal that matches your budget and dates. Prices can drop closer to departure, but availability can change quickly as the last flights and rooms get snapped up.

Does waiting longer reduce my choice of dates/hotels?

Yes, but you still have a good chance of finding a holiday that’s right for you. The most popular hotels, room types, dates and flight times get booked the quickest, so keep an open mind and be as flexible as you can.

What are the best destinations for last minute holidays?

Spain, Greece, Turkey, the Canary Islands and Egypt are among the best options, offering frequent flights, strong availability and good value close to departure.