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2 days ago
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Last minute holiday flight deals from Manchester Airport for under £100 return
Last minute flight deals from Manchester Airport means it doesn't have to be expensive to go away in August. From city breaks to summer sun, there are a number of return flights available for under a £100. These are some of the deals available now: Titanic Museum Belfast. Credit - K. Mitch Hodge on Menorca Fly with TUI on 18 August and return on 23 August from only £86pp return* A popular spot for holidaymakers in Spain's Balearic islands, but far from the busiest, Menorca is a great option if you're looking to avoid the crowds on its larger neighbour, Mallorca. There are some stunning beaches here, particularly on the west coast of the island, and the city of Mahon – the island's capital – has museums, galleries and more. Brussels. Credit - PixabayREAD MORE: A guide to Manchester Airport - parking, drop off, shops, restaurants and more All the destinations you can fly to from Manchester Airport in 2025 Manchester Airport to put on direct flights to Bangkok Brussels Fly with Ryanair on 25 August and return on 27 August from only £48pp return* If you're not bothered by the beach and you're just looking to escape the routine for a few days, Brussels is one of the best spots in Europe for a family-friendly mini break. There's heaps to see and do – from Mini-Europe, a model village made up of famous European landmarks, to the Museum of Natural Sciences and its huge Dinosaur Gallery. Belgium is also famous for chocolate, of course, and Choco-Story will trach you about the history of Belgian chocolate before giving you the chance to sample some. Belfast Fly with Ryanair on 21 August and return on 26 August from only £37pp return* A nice, short flight with young kids, you can reach Belfast in 40 minutes and there's lots to keep them occupied when you get here. The huge Titanic Museum on the city's waterfront tells the story of the iconic ship in the city where it was built, and is packed with interactive exhibits. You can take tours from Belfast up the scenic Antrim coast, to the famous Giant's Causeway. Cork. Credit - Pixabay Cork Fly with Ryanair on 19 August and return on 24 August from only £56pp return* Cork, Ireland's second-biggest city after Dublin, is in the country's south. The climate is usually a little warmer here than in other parts of the Emerald Isle – and the long-term forecast suggests temperatures are likely to top 20C for the rest of this month. Explore the Fota Wildlife Park, one of Ireland's best zoos, take a trip back in time at Blarney Castle & Gardens, and enjoy a day at the seaside in nearby Youghal. Top Tips for keeping the costs down on your last-minute break If you haven't booked a holiday with the family this summer, there's a good chance you've been holding off because of the cost – and you're not alone. A recent poll suggested nearly one in five parents are worried they won't be able to take the kids away for a much-needed break this summer. But the good news is that affordable fares to some fantastic destinations are still available – and when you couple these with cost-saving measures, you may find that your much-coveted summer break from the daily grind is very much on the cards. Be flexible on when you travel You can often get a better deal by travelling early in the morning, or by travelling midweek rather than at the weekend. Be flexible on where you travel When booking at short notice, flight tickets to the most popular summer holiday hotspots will be at a premium, but you can bag a bargain flying to 'dupe' destinations or places a little more off the beaten track. If you don't mind forgoing the beach, you can grab some fantastic deals on a last-minute city break. Take a mini-break rather than a full week Travelling for a few days rather than a full week will keep down the amount that you spend on accommodation – and if you pack plenty in you'll still feel like you've had a proper break. Shop around for the best accommodation deals Do your research when booking your accommodation and check prices on trusted comparison websites. You'll get a better deal if you're willing to be located a bit further from the seafront in a beach destination, or if you're willing to stay outside the city centre for a city break – and most big cities in Europe will have reliable public transport connections to get you to the heart of the action in no time. Use public transport or Manchester Airport's free drop-off facilities Manchester Airport passengers can benefit from its Ground Transport Interchange, an integrated train, tram and bus station that connects the airport with the city and wider region. You can also use free drop-off facilities in the airport's JetParks car park, with a short bus shuttle ride to the terminal doors. Free things to keep the kids occupied at the airport If you're flying from T1, check out the Little Flyers Zone, a free play area and entertainment zone for school age children, with activity books also available. Being at the airport ahead of your holiday is an exciting time for families, and all three of Manchester Airport's terminals offer passenger seating areas with views across the airfield, so you can enjoy watching the planes coming and going. Free water refill stations are also available in all three terminals and you can bring a packed lunch or dinner with you, provided the food doesn't contain any liquids and is sealed. * Prices are the cheapest available return flights from Manchester before the end of August 2025 for a stay of at least two nights (accommodation not included). Prices are available when booked directly through the specified airline's website and are correct at the time of publication. Hold baggage may not be included.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
6 European Destinations You Can Fly To for Cheap This September
If you skipped the summer travel rush, you're in luck — September is one of the best times to score cheap flights to Europe. According to flight deal site Going, several round-trip fares from the U.S. to Europe are now hundreds of dollars less than peak summer prices. Find Out: Read Next: From charming cities in Spain to underrated gems in Eastern Europe, here are six destinations where you can fly for less this fall. Bucharest, Romania Sample flight deal: Boston to Bucharest for $394 (56% off) Explore More: Warsaw, Poland Sample flight deal: Seattle to Warsaw for $499 (41% off) Albania Sample flight deal: New York (Newark) to Albania for $392 (58% off) Athens, Greece Sample flight deal: New Orleans to Athens for $598 (41% off) Madrid Sample flight deal: Chicago to Madrid for $299 (65% off) Paris Sample flight deal: Los Angeles to Paris for $472 (50% off) More From GOBankingRates 3 Luxury SUVs That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Summer 2025 3 Reasons Retired Boomers Shouldn't Give Their Kids a Living Inheritance (And 2 Reasons They Should) Warren Buffett: 10 Things Poor People Waste Money On This article originally appeared on 6 European Destinations You Can Fly To for Cheap This September
Daily Mail
31-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
United CEO urges flyers to buy tickets now
Published: | United Airline's CEO, Scott Kirby, is urging customers to snap up some of the cheapest flights he's seen from an iconic destination. After tarmac construction delays, several well-documented traffic control outages , and a wave of cancellations, travelers have been avoiding Newark International Airport. That chaos has unexpectedly created what Kirby is calling an affordable window to fly into the airport. 'Because we lost a lot of bookings, there's a lot more seats available,' Kirby said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal . 'It's going to be the cheapest it's probably ever going to be in history.' Newark Airport, one of United's major US hubs, has quickly responded to safety concerns. Airlines have cut back on their Newark-bound offerings and the US Department of Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, said officials are updating equipment to minimize risk . Completion of a new communications line is expected by July. In the meantime, Kirby and Duffy have both said it is safe to fly into Newark. 'Newark is safe,' Kirby said, while calling the customer hesitance a 'perception issue.' United has cut back on 35 daily scheduled flights into its hub to help quell the traffic. Last week, a Cessna descended into a San Diego neighborhood, killing six . Safety issues and continued drops in consumer economic sentiment have become a toxic mix for major airlines. Some of the biggest companies — including United, American, Delta, and Southwest — all expected booming sales in 2025. Still, the company believes it will turn a profit this year. It confirmed its strong business with a quirky twist on a traditional financial outlook. The airliner reported two potential forecasts for the rest of 2025. One potential earnings forecast shows the company's finances if the US avoids a recession, while the other one shows the profit if the economy continues to contract.
Daily Mail
30-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
United Airlines CEO urges flyers to buy 'cheapest' tickets ever… but there's a catch
United Airline's CEO, Scott Kirby, is urging customers to snap up some of the cheapest flights he's seen from an iconic destination. After tarmac construction delays, several well-documented traffic control outages, and a wave of cancellations, travelers have been avoiding Newark International Airport. That chaos has unexpectedly created what Kirby is calling an affordable window to fly into the airport. 'Because we lost a lot of bookings, there's a lot more seats available,' Kirby said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal. 'It's going to be the cheapest it's probably ever going to be in history.' Newark Airport, one of United's major US hubs, has quickly responded to safety concerns. Airlines have cut back on their Newark-bound offerings and the US Department of Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, said officials are updating equipment to minimize risk. Completion of a new communications line is expected by July. In the meantime, Kirby and Duffy have both said it is safe to fly into Newark. 'Newark is safe,' Kirby said, while calling the customer hesitance a 'perception issue.' United has cut back on 35 daily scheduled flights into its hub to help quell the traffic. Still, the airport is facing massive staffing shortages, and air flight controllers have been publicly sounding the alarm about potential safety risks. The warnings also come as Americans witnessed a series of deadly airline crashes to start the year. In January, 67 people died when a military helicopter collided with a commercial plane near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Last week, a Cessna descended into a San Diego neighborhood, killing six. Safety issues and continued drops in consumer economic sentiment have become a toxic mix for major airlines. Some of the biggest companies — including United, American, Delta, and Southwest — all expected booming sales in 2025. But domestic fliers have largely pulled back on travel spending as fears about sticky inflation and increased prices from tariffs remain. Southwest and United have both responded to the concerns by dropping some of their domestic flights from schedules. United cut its domestic flight lineup by 4 percent. Still, the company believes it will turn a profit this year. It confirmed its strong business with a quirky twist on a traditional financial outlook. The airliner reported two potential forecasts for the rest of 2025. One potential earnings forecast shows the company's finances if the US avoids a recession, while the other one shows the profit if the economy continues to contract. 'The Company's outlook is dependent on the macro environment,' United said in a filing.
Khaleej Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE travel: Families can save Dh250 per flight ticket this summer; here's how
With daily flights to India, Thailand, Bangladesh and other popular destinations, Fujairah airport is expecting to see a surge in passenger numbers this summer. Less crowds, attractive offers and lower airfares have contributed to the popularity. 'We anticipate a surge in passenger traffic this summer from June due to convenience of accessing our airport,' said Esmaeil M Al Baloushi, General Manager of Fujairah International Airport (FIA). Dubai-based travel agency Smart Travel recently signed an agreement with FIA and will open an office there next month to facilitate smooth experience for their customers. 'This summer, passengers flying to India can save an average of Dh250 per person on flight tickets if they opt to travel out of Fujairah airport as opposed to a more busy airport like Dubai,' said Safeer Mohammed, General Manager of Smart Travel. 'For larger families, this could translate into massive savings for their annual vacation.' Soaring ticket prices for flights from UAE to India during summer vacation has long been an issue for Indian expats. Ticket prices to certain cities sometimes double during peak travel season. He added that there are several attractive offers from Fujairah for this summer. 'There are flights to Phuket from Dh600 with a layover in Mumbai for just two hours,' he said. 'Such offers are becoming extremely popular among UAE residents.' Perks In addition to this, the airport is giving several perks including discounts and free shuttles to attract more flyers. 'We have several offers for our flyers,' said Esmaeil. 'There will be free shuttle services from Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain to Fujairah Airport so that travellers can get to the airport smoothly. We are also offering a 20 percent discount on all duty-free purchases for our passengers.' In addition to this, there are some luggage allowances as well. Recently, Indian airlines IndiGo began operating daily flights from Fujairah to the Indian cities of Mumbai and Kannur. On the IndiGo flights, passengers and offered an allowance to take 5kg additional baggage to make travel more convenient. According to Esmaeil, there are plans to expand the offerings of the airport. 'Our airport offers flights to Mumbai and Kannur by IndiGo, and we are planning to expand flights to other Indian destinations by IndiGo, and adding more flights to other destinations,' he said. 'Our discussions with other airlines are progressing.' He added that Fujairah airport is planning to 'continuously improve' their facilities and services to better serve our passengers by 'offering multiple flights to various destinations and attract more people to Fujairah as a hub'.
