Canary Islands Holidays 2025/2026
Canary Island holidays offer the beaches, resorts and temperatures that send every visitor home with a glowing tan and grinning smile on their face. This set of Spanish islands is comprised of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, La Palma, Lanzarote and Tenerife. These are six gorgeous islands that have something for all, whether booking your Canary Islands holiday for the family, with a group of friends, or with that someone special, there’ll be something here for you. Plus, cheap holidays to the Canary Islands can be easy to bag because the warm climate means even in the winter months, the islands are perfect.
Canary Islands Holiday Deals 2025/2026
Something for everyone
If you’re looking for a short haul holiday destination that’s hot, hot, hot all year round, holidays to the Canary Islands are perfect. The Spanish culture and African climate is a winning combination that will keep you coming back year after year – and all throughout the year.
Highlights of holidays in the Canaries include the attractions and nightlife of Tenerife, the vineyards of La Palma, Gran Canaria’s miles of golden dunes, the mountain ranges of Fuerteventura and the Fire Mountains and natural attractions in Lanzarote.
There is such variation among the Canary Islands so they really can be enjoyed by everyone. Couples looking to relax in a quiet resort will like Maspalomas while party groups can enjoy the nightly mayhem of the Playa de las Americas nightlife. Across the islands there’s plenty of options of waterparks, fun excursions and tours, and of course, duty free shopping, which are all just a small selection of perks for a Canaries holiday.
The majority of resorts across the Canary Islands are also havens for a family holiday with plenty of activities and attractions dotted around the natural and tourist-centric surroundings. Taking advantage of an All Inclusive Canary Islands holiday can be a great way to get the most out of your budget and holiday whether it’s family bonding, a romantic trip for two or a party holiday, All Inclusive is always the answer. as well as and a handy Water parks, daily tours and duty free shopping are just some of the perks enjoyed across these Spanish islands.
Key Facts for the Canary Islands:
- Currency: Euros (EUR)
- Language: Spanish
- Timezone: GMT +0
- Average Flight Time: 4 hours 30 (from London)
- Visas: You do not need a visa to holiday in the Canaries
Holidays in the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands offer holidays of all kinds, whether it’s all singing all dancing All Inclusive you’re after, a touch of luxury or some family fun.
Where's best to go in the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands are incredible when it comes to nature, adventure, views and beaches, but each island has its own unique charm.
Our guide to a Canry Islands holiday
Popular hotels in the Canary Islands
Looking for some of our most popular hotels in the Canaries? Here’s a few to get you inspired:
Frequently asked questions about holidays to the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are approximately 100 km off the west coast of Morocco, northwest Africa, in the Atlantic Ocean.
Fuerteventura is the closest to the African coastline, followed by Lanzarote and Gran Canaria, while Tenerife and Las Palma are the furthest.
Despite their close proximity to Africa, the Canaries are actually part of Spain.
There are seven main Canary Islands, as well as many other smaller islets.
The main Canary islands are Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.
The best months to go to the Canary Islands for the hottest temperatures is between June and September. At this time temperatures can soar into the late twenties across the islands. This is also the peak time for holidays to the Canaries so expect busier crowds.
The best months to go to the Canary islands for the cheapest deals are between November and March. Temperatures tend to only drop to the late teens in December and January so you cay still enjoy the balmy climate, as well as fewer crowds and smaller price tags.
Canary Islands weather is yet another huge pull for holidays here. Thanks to it’s close location to Africa, the Canaries share the gorgeous climate, meaning it boasts warm temperatures all year round.
Between June and September temperatures can reach the late twenties, with August being the hottest month.
Throughout the winter months, from November to March, temperatures still hover just under 20℃, so it’s still very much sunbathing weather!
The hottest Canary Island tends to be Tenerife – particularly the south, boasting temperatures up to 30℃ in the summer months, and hovering around 20℃ in the winter.
The weather in the Canary Islands is very similar, so the other islands are only a degree or two behind.
