Europe's Christmas markets are back for 2026, and there are still flight deals under £100 per person for Brits, especially for midweek travel in early December. The markets typically run from early to mid-November through the Christmas period, offering ample opportunity for a weekend break or a mid-week getaway.
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg's Christmas market is regularly tipped as one of the world's most beautiful, with medieval buildings, cobbled streets and traditional stalls. The main action runs from November 27 to December 24, featuring wooden chalets serving mulled wine, French cheese and baked goods, plus gifts and souvenirs. easyJet offers flights from £54 each way from London in early December.
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest's main Christmas markets on St. Stephen's Basilica and Vörösmarty Square open on November 13 and run until New Year's Eve. They offer over 100 festive stalls, a huge Christmas tree, light displays, and live performances from musicians to fire dancers. Flights with Ryanair start from £62 each way based on a Dec 8 departure, excluding extra hand luggage.
Prague, Czechia
Prague's markets in its Old Town run from November 28 to January 6, 2027, split across the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. Visitors can find a huge Christmas tree, an open-air stage with live performances, an ice rink, and locals selling food, drink and handcrafted decorations. Wizz Air has Prague flights from £40 each way based on travel between Dec 8-11.
Krakow, Poland
From November 27 to January 6, 2027, Krakow's Old Town becomes a Christmas wonderland with around 80 traditional stalls, a huge Christmas tree, twinkling lights, hearty food and mulled wine. The main market sits on Rynek Główny, with candlelight concerts and Polish shops serving traditional fare. Ryanair has flights from £56 each way from the UK, based on a Dec 8 departure.
Berlin, Germany
Berlin's markets are divided across various destinations including Charlottenburg Palace, Landsberger, the botanic gardens and Potsdamer Platz. Most markets open early this month, with almost all open to the public by November 23. Expect local artisans, food stalls with Bratwurst, mulled wine, baked goods, live music and medieval-inspired entertainment. easyJet has flights from £69 each way in early December if you fly mid-week.
