What is the cheapest Holiday destination from the UK? 

The summer may be over in the UK but that doesn’t mean you can’t escape the rainy gloom and jet off to a new destination or look forward to your next summer holiday. If finding the cheapest destination, which can also give you all the holiday fun, is a priority then we have just the places. 

 Data from GoCompare helps us to see which destination is the most expensive for UK travellers and which are the cheapest, so we know where to plan for next.

What are the Cheapest destinations?  

India – For UK holidaymakers India ranked as the cheapest with an average price per night of £62.73. This is equal to £878 for two weeks in India, this does not account for the price of the flights which may make this a more difficult destination to afford. A country with great history and culture, there are various areas that draw in the travellers. The Taj Mahal, a pearl-white marble monument is often high on the list, but there is even more to see. The city of Mumbai offers a bustling modern feel as the home to Bollywood stars and a selection of great street food. You can stick around and find an excursion to the Sanjay Ghandi National Park and try to spot the wildlife that lives there. The South of India is where you will find the luscious greens and a laid-back style of travel away from the busy cities.  

The best time to visit is between October – March when there is little rain, and you can avoid the extreme heat which begins around April. From January to March, you can get lucky and witness some of India’s best festivals. If you plan to travel to the Himalayas, then you should plan this from June to November as the monsoon season hits the beaches, the mountains can offer you refuge within a resort.  

 

Poland – The cheapest destination in Europe for UK travellers was found to be Poland by Go Compare data. The average price per night was £72.02, equaling £1,008.34 for two weeks. Visit cities like Warsaw and Krakow for restaurants, bars and more entertainment. Learn about the history and culture through visits to Auschwitz - a day to reflect and truly see the history Poland. Warsaw, the city you see today, was built mostly after 1945 and so has a modern feel with a pretty Old Town too. You can find various museums in the city as well as great restaurants and bars for the evening. Krakow, this city again was rebuilt after 1945 but maintains its culture and architecture. During December you will find their Christmas Markets bustling with traditional food stalls as well as handmade souvenirs to take home. You can also find cheap flights in the winter months, and you will experience a snowy winter here, so pack your gloves.

A trip to Poland isn’t complete without a trip to the mountains. No matter what time of year you visit, the scenes will impress. The mountain village of Zakopane is around 2 hours from Krakov with the option to go for a day or to stay over in a B&B or chalet. In the Winter you will see the Ski lifts and jumps in action and the town covered in white snow. Take a walk through the mountain valleys before heading to the thermal baths to warm up.  

 

Turkey – The third cheapest country for UK holidaymakers at £85.51 per night and using Skyscanner you can find flights for under £100 per person. As we head into our colder months, the temperature in Turkey is perfect for city exploring at around 20 degrees Celsius in November on average. This is perfect to escape the cold here and be able to go sightseeing in Turkey without struggling too much with the heat. Turkey has beautiful coastlines as well as great mountain regions. The famous activity – the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride, a romantic and fun way to witness Turkey from above.  

 

The most expensive destinations for UK travellers 

It might not surprise you to learn that the Scandinavian countries are named the most expensive destinations to visit on holiday. Iceland ranked as the most expensive with the average price per night being £200 and £2,890 for two weeks. Iceland is a popular destination with amazing natural sights; however, it may take some saving to get there.
Switzerland was ranked the most expensive destination outside of the Nordic region. Here, the average expenditure is £173,56 per night.
These destinations are harder to do on a budget, due to the high costs within the country.