Last Minute Holidays 2026
Looking for the perfect last minute holiday? We’ve got all the late holiday deals you could need right here – and with more than 60% of our bookings being last minute, it’s safe to say we’re specialists!
Whether you’re looking to secure a cheap last minute holiday, use up remaining annual leave or just to be a bit spontaneous, we’ve got the discounts, the destinations and the hotels to tick all your boxes.
Get browsing the last minute holiday deals below and see where you could be jetting off to.
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Today's best last minute holidays
Check out a selection of our top last minute holidays (updated today!) and see where you could be jetting off to!
Where's popular right now?
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Best places for a cheap last minute holiday
Looking for a cheap last minute holiday? Prices tend to be discounted closer to the departure dates for flights and hotels, so to find the lowest prices, opting last minute can really make the difference.
The cheapest destinations are usually short to mid haul, with popular options like Spain, Turkey, Greece and Bulgaria consistently offering some of the best last minute prices – perfect if you’re open on location and just want a steal.
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Best places for an All Inclusive last minute holiday
If you want maximum value with minimal stress, an All Inclusive last minute holiday is the ultimate answer.
All Inclusive is especially popular for:
- Families looking to keep on top of the daily costs
- Couples wanting a stress-free escape
- Spontaneous holiday-goers looking for a great deal with next to no planning
Destinations like Majorca, Egypt and the Canary Islands are known for offering excellent last minute All Inclusive prices, while Mexico offers all round great value, just further afield. This means you can enjoy meals, drinks and entertainment all included for less, even planned just days before.
Where to go for a last minute city break?
Last minute city breaks can be fun and spontaneous and the chance to get away for a few days enjoying the local sights and delicious cuisine.
How to find the best last minute holiday
Frequently asked questions about last minute holidays
A last minute holiday is typically a holiday departing within the next 8 to 12 weeks. Your late holiday deal could even be in the next 48 hours – now that’s spontaneous!
They’re often much cheaper and therefore a great way to make the most of a good deal, or use up leftover annual leave.
Yes, last minute holidays can often work out much cheaper.
- Airlines and hotels often reduce their prices for unsold seats and rooms when the date is soon approaching
- Last minute holidays typically need to be paid upfront, which is something to note when deciding if you need to spread the cost
Finding last minute holiday deals is easier than you think – for starters, Holiday Hypermarket is the right place to be!
- Flexibility is key! If you have a few destinations you’re happy to travel to, from different local airports, and even across several dates you’re more likely to find a bargain. Prices can vary hugely, even just by one day so if you can be flexible you’ll certainly find it beneficial.
- Make the most of Holiday Hypermarket’s exclusive discounts to bag a great value late holiday. Browse our upcoming deals with extra discounts, or head straight to our last minute holiday deals and see what takes your fancy.
Yes, you can book All Inclusive holidays last minute.
Booking an All Inclusive last minute holiday has many benefits, including:
- Less planning needed! With an All Inclusive holiday all of your food and drink, and often entertainment is all included at your hotel, so there’s no need to be researching the local area as you’ve got everything you need right there.
- Money saving! With everything being included in your All Inclusive package holiday, the bar bills or poolside ice creams won’t creep up on you – they’re already paid for.
- Less stress and more fun! Opting for a last minute holidaymeans once you’ve found a good deal, securing it so you don’t miss out. This means there’s less time for browsing several options or overthinking, be spontanous and get booked.
Typically, you’ll be able to book a last minute holiday for 24 hours later if there is a flight available.
- Our top tip would be to look for a holiday in 48 hours to avoid disappointment due to limited availability. A spontaneous last minute holiday could be the best decision this year!
- You don’t have to book that soon though – a last minute holiday is within the next 8 to 12 weeks, so that’s still plenty of time to plan!