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Compare holidays departing in January

Holidays from £158 per person

Beat the January blues before they arrive by swapping the UK’s freezing winter weather for a sunshine getaway. It can be tempting to hide away in January after the excitement of Christmas but there are travel bargains to be had and many holiday hotspots will be crowd-free.

Looking for cheap holidays in January? Use icelolly.com to compare the best January holiday deals from the UKs top travel companies. Craving some sun? Here’s where’s hot in January to inspire you, from trusty favourites a short flight away to far-flung adventures. Start your new year the way you mean to go on.

January holiday deals

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GF Noelia

7.7

Good

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain
  • 17 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£914 pp

Alexandre Troya

8.8

Excellent

Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£829 pp

Alexandre Gala

Playa De Las Américas, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£659 pp

Alexandre La Siesta

9.2

Excellent

Playa De Las Américas, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£839 pp

Cheap January holidays under £200pp

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Falcon Hills Hotel

7.9

Good

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
  • 10 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Manchester

Prices from

£198 pp

Falcon Naama Star Hotel

7.7

Good

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
  • 10 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Manchester

Prices from

£198 pp

Hotel La Estación

8.3

Very Good

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain
  • 17 Jan 2027
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • Liverpool

Prices from

£199 pp

What are the most popular destinations in January?

January holidays offer savvy sunseekers the chance to recharge after the festive season, usually at an affordable price. Not only does the cost of holidays in January tend to be some of the cheapest all year, but you’ll be able to relax without fighting for a lounger. Holiday crowds are thinner than in summer. But where should you go for a start of the year reset? These are the destinations that icelolly.com customers love. Compare deals to get there for less.

Tenerife

Canary Island Tenerife needs little introduction to us sun-starved Brits. It’s a solid go-to for winter warmth with maximum daytime temperatures of 18⁰C in January. If you can drag yourself away from the pool, January is a great time to go whale-watching or to hike in volcanic Teide National Park.

Costa Blanca

From fun in the sun in Benidorm to beers and the beach in Alicante, Costa Blanca holidays are hard to beat. As a bonus, they’re easy on the wallet, too. It’s warm rather than hot in January with temperatures around 15⁰C – but that beats putting the heating on at home.

Gran Canaria

While it’s cold and dreary in December in the UK, Gran Canaria is basking in maximum daytime temperatures of 21°C with six hours of daily sunshine. Embrace the festive season in the warm weather by planning a trip to Las Canteras Beach to see its Nativity Scene sand sculpture.

Lanzarote

Lovely Lanzarote has glorious beaches, volcanic landscapes and even volcanic wine. But its trump card is its year-round sunshine. And, while Blighty is in the depths of winter in January, the maximum daytime temperature in Lanzarote is 20⁰C. The start of the year is also peak dolphin and whale-watching season.

Majorca

Not ready for Christmas to be over? Extend your celebrations by visiting Majorca to watch the Three Kings Parade in Palma – January 5 is the night that Spanish children get gifts. It may be winter in January, but it’ll be warmer than at home with maximum daytime temperatures of 14⁰C.

Antalya

Turkey is always a winner for sunshine too, and the Antalya area offers lots for your money. It’s warm, not boiling in January, with temperatures of around 14⁰C, but perfect for some winter sun while strolling on a beach, relaxing in a hammam and dipping in your hotel’s heated pool – bliss!

Warm weather holidays in January near a beach

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H10 Tenerife Playa

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£719 pp

Be Live Adults Only Tenerife

7.7

Good

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£479 pp

Hotel Catalonia Las Vegas

8.6

Very Good

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain
  • 25 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Half board
  • Glasgow

Prices from

£549 pp

City breaks in January

Best Western ARS Hotel

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£343 pp

Occidental Aurelia

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£333 pp

Archimede

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£313 pp

Hotel Santa Costanza

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£333 pp

LH Hotel Excel Roma Montemario

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Stansted

Prices from

£323 pp

Occidental Aran Park

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£283 pp

Aparthotel Adagio Rome Vatican

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 13 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • Stansted

Prices from

£273 pp

XO Hotels Park West

Amsterdam, Amsterdam Area, Netherlands
  • 29 Jan 2027
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • Luton

Prices from

£348 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices include all mandatory fees and taxes.

All-inclusive January holiday deals

Pharaoh Azur Resort

Hurghada, Egypt
  • 22 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Manchester

Prices from

£321 pp

Jasmine Palace Resort & Spa

Hurghada, Egypt
  • 8 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Manchester

Prices from

£329 pp

Long Beach Resort Hurghada

Hurghada, Egypt
  • 26 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Luton

Prices from

£255 pp

Aladdin Beach Resort

Hurghada, Egypt
  • 26 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Luton

Prices from

£251 pp

Aurora Oriental Resort Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
  • 8 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Manchester

Prices from

£309 pp

Regency Plaza Aqua Park & Spa Resort

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
  • 8 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Gatwick

Prices from

£368 pp

Xperience Sea Breeze Resort

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
  • 8 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Gatwick

Prices from

£325 pp

Tropitel Sahl Hasheesh

Sahl Hasheesh, Egypt
  • 22 Jan 2027
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • Manchester

Prices from

£376 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices include all mandatory fees and taxes.

Who should book a January getaway?

After the expense and excitement of the festive season, there’s often a lull in people travelling in January. This can result in some fabulous deals for savvy bargain hunters waiting to swoop in. If you’d like to add some sparkle and sunshine to the start of your year, a January holiday might be for you.

Winter sun rechargers

If the calm after Christmas leaves you feeling flat, a winter sun escape could be just the pick-me-up you need. Take advantage of fewer crowds and lower prices in holiday favourites, and get ready to make your friends at home jealous with your sunshine snaps.

Savvy travel savers

Switched-on holidaymakers know that many cities and beach resorts will be quieter in January. This means offers will be waiting for those ready to snap them up – plus you won’t have to queue for the attractions on your must-visit list.

Frequently asked questions about holidays in January

FAQs

Should I travel in January for fewer crowds?

January is a great month to travel if you’re looking for fewer crowds in cities and winter sun hotspots. It won’t be as warm as the summer months in destinations such as the Canary Islands and Turkey but you’ll have beaches and attractions to yourself – plus lower holiday prices. Be aware January is peak season in places like the Caribbean.

Where is hot in January for a holiday?

There are plenty of places that are hot in January for a holiday whether you’re looking for sunshine closer to home or an exotic adventure. Tenerife offers temperatures in the late teens just a four-and-a-half hour flight away while Hurghada in Egypt has temperatures of around 21⁰C. Further afield, Thailand has toasty maximum daytime temperatures of 32⁰C.

Is January a cheaper month to travel?

If you choose the right destination, January can be a significantly cheaper month to travel than other months. For the cheapest prices, avoid the Caribbean where it’s peak season, and instead look to European cities or favourites such as the Canary Islands. Willing to take a risk on the weather? There’s likely to be deals for Turkey and Spain holidays.

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