If you’re looking for a cheap holiday from the UK, choosing the right country can save you hundreds of pounds. Some destinations offer low flight prices, affordable accommodation, cheap food and great value activities — perfect for budget travellers.
In this guide, we reveal the cheapest countries to visit from the UK in 2026, including where to fly, where to stay, and how to keep costs low.
1. Bulgaria
Bulgaria is one of Europe’s cheapest holiday destinations.
- Return flights from the UK: from £30
- Hotels: from £20 per night
- Meals: £5–£10
Sunny Beach and Sofia are perfect for:
- Beach holidays
- City breaks
- Nightlife on a budget
2. Hungary
Budapest is one of the best value city breaks in Europe.
- Flights from £25
- Hotels from £30
- Transport & food very cheap
Hungary offers:
- Thermal spas
- Historic cities
- Cheap nightlife
3. Turkey
Turkey is one of the best cheap all-inclusive holiday destinations.
- Flights from £60
- 4–5 star resorts from £40 per night
- Very cheap food and taxis
Best areas:
- Antalya
- Bodrum
- Marmaris
4. Romania
Romania is still largely undiscovered by tourists.
- Flights from £30
- Hotels from £20
- Cheap restaurants and transport
Perfect for:
- Mountains
- Medieval towns
- Budget city breaks
5. Poland
Poland offers excellent value for UK travellers.
- Flights from £25
- Hotels from £30
- Cheap beer and food
Top places:
- Krakow
- Gdansk
- Warsaw
6. Morocco
For something outside Europe, Morocco is very affordable.
- Flights from £60
- Riads from £25
- Very cheap food and tours
Marrakech and Agadir are popular with UK travellers.
💡 How to get the cheapest deals
To save even more:
- Book flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Use Skyscanner or Google Flights
- Avoid school holidays
- Travel in May, June or September
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This guide is part of our Cheap Holidays collection where we share the best budget destinations, low-cost flights and money-saving travel tips.
Explore more budget travel ideas in our full Cheap Holidays guide.