As Black Friday 2025 approaches on Friday, November 28, savvy travellers are preparing to unlock significant savings on their next getaway. The annual shopping event, extending through Cyber Monday on December 1, promises substantial discounts across the travel industry according to travel writer Laura Mckenna.
Major Travel Providers Offering Black Friday Discounts
Previous years have demonstrated that planning ahead and researching potential deals can lead to impressive savings. While most brands haven't confirmed their 2025 offers yet, historical patterns provide strong indicators of what holidaymakers can expect.
Booking flights or holidays during the Black Friday sales period can result in substantial reductions on airfares and accommodation. Recent years have seen travellers securing standout offers, with those maintaining flexibility around dates and destinations typically achieving the best bargains.
Flight and Holiday Providers
Several major travel companies have consistently participated in Black Friday sales. Thomas Cook has traditionally offered up to 20% discount on selected hotels, particularly in family-friendly destinations like Turkey and Greece.
TUI has previously provided up to £200 off selected holidays alongside rewards of up to £150 per person. The company also discounted short and mid-haul flights by up to £30 per person and long-haul flights by £50 per person.
Virgin Atlantic focused on package deals to destinations including Orlando, New York, LA and the Caribbean, offering savings on economy, premium and upper-class flights alongside 10% discounts on Virgin Atlantic Holidays packages.
Budget airlines also join the fray. EasyJet previously offered nearly half a million seats with up to 15% off fares starting from £25.99, plus up to £200 off package getaways through easyJet holidays.
Jet2 provided between £90 and £100 off per person on various holidays alongside up to 15% discount on selected flights. British Airways featured selected flights from £35 one-way and up to £300 off worldwide holidays.
Ryanair and Wizz Air both slashed prices during previous sales, with return tickets available from £40 and £30 respectively to various European destinations.
Accommodation and Package Deals
Hotel booking platforms traditionally join the Black Friday frenzy. Booking.com previously offered 30% off selected accommodation, while Hotels.com provided up to 30% off hotels worldwide and 25% off car hire.
Online travel agent LoveHolidays discounted selected hotels and holidays by 15% with £25 deposits and flexible payment options. Lastminute.com offered substantial savings including up to £300 off flight and hotel vouchers.
For alternative travel options, Eurostar previously featured tickets to Paris and Lille for just £39, while deal site Wowcher slashed prices on city breaks and mystery travel deals, sometimes offering weekend getaways from £99 per person.
The key to securing the best Black Friday travel deals lies in early preparation and flexibility. With the travel industry continuing its strong recovery, those ready to act quickly when sales launch stand to gain the most significant savings on their 2026 holiday plans.
