Discover the top tools, tips and data-backed tricks to help you book smarter, pack sooner, and switch your brain to out-of-office mode.
There’s timing a vacation – and then there’s perfectly timing a vacation. We dug through travel data to find the specific weeks and days when prices dip, demand eases, and booking feels less like a gamble. If you’ve ever muttered “maybe I’ll just wait and see,” this is your cue to stop waiting and start scrolling. Your ideal travel window might be closer (and cheaper) than you think.
The fan favourites
From sun-soaked coastlines to culture-rich cities, these are the places dominating the charts (and the group chats) this summer. If you’re after something tried, tested, and totally worth it – start here, with the most popular destinations this summer.
Tokyo, Japan - Average flight price: $917 | Average hotel price: $206 | Cheapest week: W/C August 18 - $612 | Cheapest day: Monday - $842
London, United Kingdom - Average flight price: $731 | Average hotel price: $276 | Cheapest week: W/C August 18 - $550 | Cheapest day: Monday - $643
New York, USA - Average flight price: $410 | Average hotel price: $306 | Cheapest week: W/C August 18 - $193 | Cheapest day: Thursday - $177
See the full list of popular destinations
The clever alternatives
Love the idea of a summer escape, but not the price tag that usually comes with it? These lower-cost destinations let you stretch your budget further, so you can spend more on memories and less on getting there.
Wilmington, NC, USA - Average flight price: $105
Hilo, HI, USA - Average flight price: $168
Atlanta, GA, USA - Average flight price: $170
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA - Average flight price: $171
New Orleans, LA, USA - Average flight price: $197
Cincinnati, OH, USA - Average flight price: $199
Asheville, NC, USA - Average flight price: $217
Tampa, FL, USA - Average flight price: $239
Denver, CO, USA - Average flight price: $239
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA - Average flight price: $246
The homegrown heroes
Not every great trip requires a passport. Whether you’re looking to keep things simple and stay close to home or capture the vacation feels without the high price tag, these are the domestic destinations that still deliver that out-of-office satisfaction.
June and September are summer’s best-kept secret – and not just because you can get a dinner reservation. The sun’s still out, the prices have come down, and the crowds are (mostly) back at work. These shoulder season gems are perfect for travelers who want peak summer energy without the peak summer stress.
Cheap destinations in June 2025
Atlanta, GA, USA - Average flight price: $176
Durham, NC, USA - Average flight price: $180
Nantucket, MA, USA - Average flight price: $190
Tampa, FL, USA - Average flight price: $199
Minneapolis, MN, USA - Average flight price: $202
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA - Average flight price: $207
Memphis, TN, USA - Average flight price: $208
Miami, FL, USA - Average flight price: $209
Nashville, TN, USA - Average flight price: $236
Dallas, TX, USA - Average flight price: $258
Cheap destinations in September 2025
Buffalo, NY, USA - Average flight price: $148
Portland, OR, USA - Average flight price: $183
Orlando, FL, USA - Average flight price: $202
Chicago, IL, USA - Average flight price: $218
Las Vegas, NV, USA - Average flight price: $230
Miami, FL, USA - Average flight price: $250
Denver, CO, USA - Average flight price: $255
San Francisco, CA, USA - Average flight price: $259
Boston, MA, USA - Average flight price: $264
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA - Average flight price: $286
Information and average prices as of April 1, 2025, based on Skyscanner data. Prices converted from GBP using mid-April rates. Please check final prices and travel guidance before booking.
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