EasyJet has launched its big summer 2026 sale, and the team at Metro Travel is here to help you get the most bang for your buck.
From sun-soaked beaches to ancient Old Towns, there are destinations to suit every kind of traveller.
And, for a limited time, you can lock in your next holiday by paying a £60 deposit.
Check out our editors’ picks of the best and most underrated places on the list.
Metro Travel’s pick of easyJet summer sale 2026 destinations
Belfast
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For a city break with a difference, Metro’s Travel Editor Alice Murphy recommends heading to Belfast.
An industrial port with a troubled past, Northern Ireland’s capital has pulled off a remarkable transformation into a creative party town.
‘There’s nowhere better for a night out on the island of Ireland, if you ask me,’ says Alice. ‘It’s been wonderful to watch the creative scene here rise like a Phoenix from the ashes of the Troubles.’
Alice says a day is best spent learning the history of Ireland’s north on a black cab tour (‘the guides are always great craic’), followed by dinner at the Muddler’s Club or the Lantern, and a pint at Madden’s, the best spot for a proper seisiún (traditional Irish music session). You might even run into the lads from Kneecap, they’re regulars.
Convinced? Metro found a flight from London Stansted to Belfast on Wednesday, July 1, for £29.99.
Sardinia
If you’re still looking for a sunny escape, for Alice, it’s all about Sardinia.
Though it often plays second fiddle to glitzier Sicily, she says this Italian island is home to the most beautiful beaches in Italy.
To get the best of Sardinia, Alice advises flying into Olbia, renting a car and taking to the road to explore the extraordinary beauty of the Costa Smerelda (Emerald Coast).
‘Every beach is more beautiful than the last: think lunar white sands and dazzling turquoise water,’ she says.
Alice’s advice is to skirt the main cities, as the most breathtaking bits of Sardinia are found in the villages that hug the coast: ‘The showstopper for me was Cala Goloritzè and Cala Luna (a quick Insta or Google search will tell you why).’
Metro found a week’s holiday at the four-star Mangia’s Sardinia Resort for £785, down from £1,055 per person, if you travel on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Corsica
Alice’s third and final choice is Corsica, where you can fly to from as little as £72 one-way.
She says she was pleasantly surprised to see the French-governed island on the EasyJet roundup.
‘Getting to Corsica, which is often referred to as ‘France’s best kept secret’, is usually wildly expensive. So if I were you, I’d seize the moment. I can’t recall seeing one-way trips for such a low price before,’ says Alice.
Valencia
Moving west, Amanda Cable, Metro’s Deputy Features Editor, loves Spanish city Valencia for a city break.
She says: ‘Refresh with a dive into the sea, before a delicious tapas lunch and a stroll around the Old Town to find some lovely bargains.’
If you’re looking for a city filled with character, bars and food, nestled on the coastline, Amanda says Valencia is as good as Barcelona, without the crowds.
‘We checked into the Novotel Valencia, which has a rooftop pool for luxury at a wallet-friendly price.’
On Tuesday, September 1, Metro found a flight from London Gatwick for £67.99.
Lake Maggiore
If you’re looking for somewhere to while away the days with a good book, Amanda suggests Lake Maggiore in Italy.
While Lake Como takes all the glory, she says its lesser-known sibling feels like you’re stepping back in time.
‘The pretty town of Stresa is a fantastic foodie base, while water taxis whisk you to the stunning islands.’ Amanda’s favourite was Isola dei Pescatori (Island of the Fishermen).
If you feel like exploring further, you can even take a train across the mountains into Switzerland and catch a local ferry back. We’ve got a handy guide to Ascona, an under-the-radar Swiss border town.
Back at base, if your hotel has a swimming pool, make sure to take a dip against the backdrop of towering peaks.
Unlike the other package holidays, Lake Maggiore is a little on the pricey end. But, if you have the funds, it’s a must-visit.
Metro found a five-night stay at the five-star Castello Dal Pozzo for £1,110 per person. The flight leaves from Manchester Airport on Monday, June 1, 2026.
The Algarve
Kristina Beanland, Metro’s Lifestyle Editor, has a soft spot for Portugal’s Algarve, having spent summers there as a child. While it’s far from a ‘hidden gem’, there are a few spots that haven’t been spoiled yet.
‘Head to the fishing town of Ferragudo, with its quaint harbour and cobbled streets, or hop on a river cruise to Silves, which once served as the capital of the Algarve,’ she says.
Kristina says you should visit the Monchique mountains and the famous spa village of Caldas, known for its thermal waters.
If this sounds like a bit of you, the four-star Hotel PortoBay Falesia has a week-long holiday available from Bristol Airport on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, for £885 per person.
Amsterdam
More of a city breaker? Kristina says you can’t go wrong with a trip to Amsterdam in the Netherlands. However, it can be expensive to get there – and with Eurostar yet to release tickets for summer 2026, it makes sense to snap up an Easyjet bargain now.
‘If it’s culture you’re after, there are museums a-plenty from the Rijksmuseum to the, erm, Sex Museum,’ says Kristina.
Peckish for lunch? Grab a sandwich at Zero Zero or indulge in three courses at the impossibly cool CornerStore.
‘And of course, there’s always plenty of places to grab a ‘coffee.’
Fly to the Dutch capital on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, from London Southend for £41.99.
When does the EasyJet summer sale launch?
The 2026 summer sale launched at 9am this morning.
You can now book cheap flights between June 15, 2026, and September 13, 2026. Other destinations on the list include hotspots like Amsterdam and Ibiza.
For package holidays, the dates extend a little further until October 31, 2026. Destinations include European favourites like Greece, Turkey, and Spain, where holidaymakers can guarantee a good old dose of vitamin D (and sea).
How does the sale work?
If you can’t afford to pay for your holiday in full straight away, there’s an option to pay in fee-free instalments up to 28 days before departure.
The initial £60 per person deposit locks in the price.
When browsing for holidays, also look out for other discounts in the package prices. Some include child-free places, where one child can fly and stay for free when travelling with two paying adults.
Still not booked your 2025 summer holiday?
There’s still time to get a good deal this year, too. EasyJet offers promo codes on beach and city holidays. For the former, you can get £100 off when you spend £800–£1,999 using the code SUMMER. If you spend over £2,000, you’ll receive a £200 discount with the same code.
For city breaks, the code CITY20 gives you £20 off per person.
Are there any hidden costs?
EasyJet uses dynamic pricing, which means prices fluctuate based on demand.
For example, booking a holiday during peak times (or to a popular destination) might incur higher charges than somewhere off the beaten path.
Other things to look out for are booking fees. If you’re travelling with your family and want to sit together, the most obvious extra cost is seat selection. Additionally, if you don’t factor in checked baggage fees from the start, you may end up paying more if you add them later.
Finally, if you need to change your flight or booking, charges will be incurred.
Before confirming your booking, double-check your dates. Should you need to cancel completely, cancellation policies vary depending on the holiday you book.
