View over Santa Maria Del Fiore as the sun sets

Compare holidays departing in September

Holidays from £169 per person

Summer always disappears too quickly! But a September holiday will let you squeeze in one last slice of sunshine before autumn arrives. If you’re not travelling with school-aged kids, holidays in September offer the chance to snap up deals as the prices and crowds of peak holiday season decrease but temperatures across Europe and beyond remain toasty.

Looking for cheap holidays in September? Use icelolly.com to compare September holiday deals from the UK’s top travel companies. Need destination inspiration? Here’s where’s hot in September. Where will you lay your beach towel?

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Barceló Tenerife

9

Excellent

San Miguel De Abona, Tenerife, Spain
  • 6 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£955 pp

H10 Rubicón Horizons Collection

9.7

Excellent

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain
  • 6 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£911 pp

Villa Del Mar

9.2

Excellent

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£1,293 pp

Magic Aqua Rock Gardens

8.5

Very Good

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£954 pp

Cheap September holidays under £200pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices do not include local tourist taxes.

THB Tropical Island

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain
  • 28 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Self-catering
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£191 pp

THB Royal

8.3

Very Good

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain
  • 28 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£199 pp

Oula Maisonettes

Kávos, Corfu, Greece
  • 13 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Self-catering
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£179 pp

Most popular destinations in September

September holidays offer a sweet spot for affordable prices and pleasant temperatures closer to home once the kids have gone back to school. The sea will still be warm, the beaches are quieter without the crowds of summer, and it will be hot enough to lie by the pool. Just not as scorching as July and August. Wondering where to go? These are the destinations that Brits can’t get enough of in September. Compare deals to bag yourself a September holiday bargain.

Costa Del Sol

The Costa del Sol stays warm year-round but September is one of the best months to visit thanks to average maximum temperatures of 27°C and eight hours of sunshine a day. If you’re jetting away with your other half, look up Estepona. After a lively night out? Marbella is great fun.

Majorca

Sunshine, spectacular scenery and soft sand make Majorca a holiday winner. September adds in dreamy maximum daytime temperatures of 26°C and space to spread out without summer crowds. Did we mention September festivals? Binissalem’s Festa des Vermar marks the end of the grape harvest season and includes a grape-throwing battle.

Tenerife

September holidays in the largest Canary Island are all about chilled days on the beach, basking in temperatures of around 25°C followed by evenings sipping chilled drinks in buzzing bars. Love swimming? The sea reaches its warmest temperature of the year in September making long, lazy dips a joy.

Fuerteventura

Want to know a secret? You can enjoy peak summer weather in Fuerteventura in September – temperatures remain at the annual high of 27°C and the water is at its warmest – but without peak prices and crowds. Stroll around the epic golden dunes in Corralejo Dunes Natural Park feeling smug.

Dalaman

Cash in on shoulder season September prices and toasty temperatures in the early 30s by escaping to Turkey’s Turquoise Coast at the end of summer. Holidays in the Dalaman area allow you to dip in the Med, fill your socials with snaps of Olu Deniz’s Blue Lagoon and party until dawn.

Gran Canaria

There’s no bad time to visit Gran Canaria thanks to its reliable sunshine, but savvy travellers go in September for a more chilled experience thanks to cheaper deals and fewer crowds. Unwind on the dunes at Maspalomas or watch its annual Fiesta del Pino honouring the island’s patron saint.

All-inclusive September holiday deals

Magic Aqua Rock Gardens

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain
  • 5 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£412 pp

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Alanya, Antalya Area, Turkey
  • 14 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£409 pp

Bellevue Club

Port D'Alcúdia, Majorca, Spain
  • 22 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Stansted

Prices from

£469 pp

Villa Del Mar

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain
  • 30 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Birmingham

Prices from

£442 pp

Eftalia Village

Türkler, Dalaman Area, Turkey
  • 24 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£469 pp

Eftalia Marin

Konakli, Antalya Area, Turkey
  • 14 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£425 pp

Club Cala Romani

Calas De Mallorca, Majorca, Spain
  • 7 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£489 pp

Julian Club

Marmaris, Dalaman Area, Turkey
  • 9 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£462 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices do not include local tourist taxes.

Short city breaks in September

Catalonia Sagrada Familia

Barcelona, Barcelona Area, Spain
  • 8 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Luton

Prices from

£409 pp

NH Barcelona Diagonal Center

Barcelona, Barcelona Area, Spain
  • 8 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Stansted

Prices from

£471 pp

Best Aranea

Barcelona, Barcelona Area, Spain
  • 8 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Stansted

Prices from

£472 pp

Hotel Zone

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 3 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Edinburgh

Prices from

£339 pp

Best Western Globus Hotel

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 3 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Edinburgh

Prices from

£329 pp

Catalonia Born

Barcelona, Barcelona Area, Spain
  • 8 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Luton

Prices from

£449 pp

Aparthotel Adagio Rome Vatican

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 3 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Edinburgh

Prices from

£349 pp

JO&JOE Roma

Rome, Rome Area, Italy
  • 3 Sept 2026
  • 4 nights
  • Room only
  • From Edinburgh

Prices from

£419 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices do not include local tourist taxes.

Long-haul September holidays

Kuredu Resort & Spa

Kuredu, Maldives
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,376 pp

Divi Southwinds Beach Resort

Christ Church, Barbados
  • 21 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,065 pp

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa

Orlando, Florida, United States
  • 15 Sept 2026
  • 14 nights
  • Room only
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£1,039 pp

Villa Park Sun Island

Sun Island, Maldives
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Full board
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,251 pp

Butterfly Beach Hotel

Christ Church, Barbados
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,020 pp

Meeru Maldives Resort Island

Meeru Island, Maldives
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Full board
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,472 pp

Villa Nautica Paradise Island

Lankanfinolhu, Maldives
  • 11 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • All-inclusive
  • From Heathrow

Prices from

£1,467 pp

Sun Siyam Olhuveli

Olhuveli, Maldives
  • 10 Sept 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Full board
  • From Manchester

Prices from

£1,408 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices do not include local tourist taxes.

Who should book a September getaway?

No school-aged children? Swoop in on those end-of-summer deals! Here’s who September holidays are perfect for.

Savvy crowd-avoiding sun-seekers

The heat of summer sticks around in September so, if you’re a sunworshipper, you can bask all day without fighting for a lounger. Beaches, resorts, bars and restaurants will be quieter as the peak season crowds have disappeared so savvy sunseekers can enjoy a more laid-back break at a cheaper price than just a few weeks before.

Culture and slow travel lovers

September and city breaks are a dream combo – like strawberries and cream. Balmy temperatures make exploring and al-fresco drinks at the end of the day joyful, while thinner crowds than in July and August mean there’s no fighting for a spot in cultural attractions and restaurants. Enjoy your destination at your own pace.

Frequently asked questions about holidays in September

FAQs

Is September a good time to go on holiday?

Yes, September is a great time to go on holiday if you’re not restricted to travelling in the school break. As UK schools go back at the beginning of the month, holiday prices tend to get cheaper but temperatures remain high enough to swim and sunbathe in Europe.

Are holidays cheaper in September than August?

Yes, as the school holidays in England and Wales end in early September, holidays are generally cheaper than those in August. This is because in July and August, millions of families want to travel at the same time causing prices to peak. Prices tend to go back down in September.

Can you still swim in the sea in September?

Yes, as the sea has been warming up over summer in Europe, you can still swim in the sea in September. In fact, in Tenerife, the sea is at its warmest temperature for the year in September at 24°C. In Greece’s big hitters, Corfu and Crete, the sea temperature is 25°C in September.

Where is still hot in September?

Much of Europe is still hot in September as are further-flung destinations such as Florida and the Maldives. Places that are hot for a European beach break include the Costa Blanca and Santorini, while Lisbon has average temperatures of 23°C – ideal conditions for a city break.

Is September good for couples’ holidays?

Yes, September is ideal for a couples’ holiday as families tend to travel in July and August during the school summer holidays. This means hotels, restaurants and attractions will generally be calmer. The weather is also lovely in Europe and beyond making walks down the beach hand-in-hand a delight.

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