Millions of people across the UK already have holidays booked for June, July and beyond. But what about those who haven't made plans yet and still want a summer getaway?
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. According to Skyscanner, it's possible to fly abroad from the UK for less than £80 next month, which is roughly the cost of a meal out.
Skyscanner is a travel search and comparison platform. It allows travellers to compare prices from hundreds of airlines and travel providers, find the cheapest days or months to travel, set up flight price alerts, and use its 'Everywhere' search feature to discover budget-friendly destinations.
The travel comparison experts say Dublin, Milan and Prague are the top three cheapest destinations to visit in June. But if you're looking for a last-minute break in July - and therefore more time to put money aside - here are the 10 destinations you should be considering.
Top 10 cheapest destinations in July 2026
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- Dublin, Ireland: Average return is £76 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Milan, Italy: Average return is £103 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Palma, Spain: Average return is £111 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Ibiza, Spain: Average return is £137 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Rome, Italy: Average return is £137 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Alicante, Spain: Average return is £150 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Budapest, Hungary: Average return is £162 and the cheapest day to fly out is Sunday
- Faro, Portugal: Average return is £171 and the cheapest day to fly out is Monday
- Marrakech, Morocco: Average return is £177 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
- Valletta, Malta: Average return is £183 and the cheapest day to fly out is Tuesday
The comparison experts state that the median fare is calculated using the average price of economy return flights booked through Skyscanner for travel in 2025 on the selected route and during the specified month, including any applicable taxes and fees.
Don't make this holiday mistake
Anyone heading abroad this summer is being advised to do a quick check before they travel, especially with June and July set to be busy holiday months. Experts at Compare the Market recommend not just purchasing travel insurance, but also cover for electronic devices.
However, it's not as straightforward as selecting any random policy. According to the comparison experts, many wrongly believe their travel insurance includes cover for phones, tablets and other gadgets. In reality, policies vary, making it worth checking the details before you travel to avoid potentially costly surprises.
It notes: 'Not all travel insurance policies include gadget cover. And travel insurance payouts for valuables are often low – as little as £200 for one item or £500 in total.'
