£21 Find Cheap Flights to Europe – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights to Europe

Cheapest return flight prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
London
Londondirect£33
Manchester
Manchesterdirect£32
Istanbul
Istanbuldirect£120
Paris
Parisdirect£77
Málaga
Málagadirect£51
Alicante
Alicantedirect£49
Amsterdam
Amsterdamdirect£92
Dublin
Dublindirect£31
Lisbon
Lisbondirect£80
Faro
Farodirect£58
Antalya
Antalyadirect£120
Madrid
Madriddirect£44
Athens
Athensdirect£66
Edinburgh
Edinburghdirect£31
Birmingham
Birminghamdirect£38
London
Londondirect£33
Manchester
Manchesterdirect£32
Istanbul
Istanbuldirect£120
Paris
Parisdirect£77
Málaga
Málagadirect£51
Alicante
Alicantedirect£49
Amsterdam
Amsterdamdirect£92
Dublin
Dublindirect£31
Lisbon
Lisbondirect£80
Faro
Farodirect£58
Antalya
Antalyadirect£120
Madrid
Madriddirect£44
Athens
Athensdirect£66
Edinburgh
Edinburghdirect£31
Birmingham
Birminghamdirect£38
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Europe

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Europe to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Europe?

The cheapest ticket to Europe from the United Kingdom found in the last 5 days was to Madrid, at £26 return. The most popular route is Birmingham (BHX) to Amsterdam (AMS) and the cheapest return ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was £79.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to Europe?

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to Europe is January, when tickets cost £66 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is £119 and £99 respectively.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Europe?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe is Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI), with an average flight price of £62.

Good to know - Cheap tickets to Europe

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£21
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Luton Airport to Edinburgh

Flights to Europe: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew to Europe 
JudithFlew with Lufthansa-Jun 2026
Be aware of the new EES scheme. We queued at Frankfurt for 1.5 hours on arrival. Excellent flight with Lufthansa from Edinburgh to Frankfurt.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026
Take all your battery powered personal care tools like razors. Otherwise they may be taken from checked luggage.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Aug 2026
Take the courtesy check bag tag off your luggage unless you want your bag taken from you
JeffreyFlew with British Airways-Aug 2026
Bring your own food / purchase at Heathrow. Download movies or bring a good book.
Verified travelerFlew with Finnair-Aug 2026
Give yourself time in London to get to connecting flights.
DennisFlew with easyJet-May 2026
Get a suitcase that is EasyJet sized, no more baggage fees. When it's that size, it's easy to carry, No wheels, no extending handles (why use your luggage allowance for the weight of the case?). No worries that you'll get fined when the bag doesn't fit.
Christoph91Flew with Ryanair-Mar 2026
Don't fly out on a Sunday or a Thursday (busiest days at the airport) if coming around March time make sure to pack warm clothes as it gets cold at night.
DavidFlew with British Airways-Jan 2026
Iberia make you go to the scales with your karyon bags and weigh each of them before you queue up to Board.
DeborahFlew with Aer Lingus-Jun 2025
Heathrow seems to have a lot of plane traffic so make sure you have a good cushion of time if you have connecting flights. I had a 2 hour layover but ended up having to run to make sure I got to the other gate in time.
Verified travelerFlew with Aer Lingus-Jun 2025
If you’re doing a transfer speak to someone at the desk don’t use an automated kiosk
FiruzFlew with Ryanair-Mar 2025
ontime and super quick boarding and disembarking. I made it in 6 min from airplane through passport control to the train platformin Cologne. Amazingly quick airport.
ChandraFlew with British Airways-May 2025
Must make sure that all the liquids or creams go in a bag to avoid delays during security clearance and hand bag inspection
AssuerusFlew with Austrian Airlines-Mar 2025
buy your drink before boarding. no coffee or tea on the flight.
RadicalFlew with American Airlines-May 2025
Make sure you have clothes in your carry on!
KillianFlew with British Airways-May 2025
Dublin airport a shambles when it comes to collecting luggage or getting a cab. Allow plenty of extra time.
MarkFlew with British Airways-Dec 2024
I would definitely recommend priority boarding as we’re didn’t book this and were the last group to board and had to hunt for overhead cabin bag space.
SteveFlew with easyJet-Feb 2025
Be prepared for a delayed and queues when landing. May also be long queues for hire cars
Verified travelerFlew with Icelandair-Feb 2025
Pack snacks. Expensive restaurants and no in flight food unless ordered.
KestutisFlew with Ryanair-Oct 2024
I always say the same thing. Check the weather day before flight and just in case Arrive 1:30 early.. :)
SadiqFlew with British Airways-Sept 2024
Domestic flights only need a valid photo id like drivers license (I carried my passport anyway but wish I'd just left it in the safety of home).
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Sept 2024
Pass on paying extra for business class unless you have an incredibly long layover then access to the club Lou he may be worth it
Verified travelerFlew with Ryanair-Nov 2024
Ryanair as expected! If you want extras pick another airline and make sure your bags are the right size before boarding.
ChiaraFlew with easyJet-Sept 2024
Do the check in before otherwise in case of overbooking you risk to don’t get on that flight you paid
ThomasFlew with Aer Lingus-Oct 2024
You will likely have to walk a lot more than you might expect to make a connection.
Verified travelerFlew with Wizz Air-Jul 2024
Getting train from airport to city centre great. Even with one change. Cost £1.2 per person!!
GaryFlew with British Airways-Aug 2024
The overhead luggage bins are very small so they required us to check our hand carry luggage. I had to take my rechargable batteries out of my bag and put them in my rucksack. It would be a good idea to pack you hand carry luggage assuming you might need to check it in at the gate.
JonFlew with Icelandair-Jun 2024
Understanding the transit system. Something we had not done. So we took a cab that sat in a lot of traffic and cost us a lot of time and money when we could have taken the tube for very little cost and half time time
LiannFlew with British Airways-Aug 2024
Keep liquids altogether because you have to place it in a plastic bag from them
LauraFlew with Ryanair-Jul 2024
Copenhagen is EXPENSIVE! But the transport from the airport is easy and cheap (3kr).
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jul 2024
Dont book layovers from two different airports unless you have 5 hours
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
If a passport control desk for EU citizens is not busy they may accept UK passports. Get a taxi to the city centre for only 90 zl. Good taxis.
PaulFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
If you pay the basic rate you will most likely have to checking you wheel bag. Make sure you have something to put your tech in as that cannot go in the check in
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
Research the airline baggage allowance and hidden fees. Allow a few extra minutes when checking baggage as attendants don’t check the bags for you. Customers check their own bags at a kiosk.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa-Apr 2024
Seat availability approx 24hrs prior can be arranged free on all outbound & connecting flights. Seats are tight like all airlines...
MarkFlew with Sky Express-May 2024
Don't forget your book, ipad or laptop to be able to kill those 3.5h hour flight.
KFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL-Apr 2024
Huge queues at Lisbon airport. Literally anywhere. Make sure you leave plenty of time for everything.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Mar 2024
Don’t check your luggage if you can avoid it
LavanFlew with Lufthansa-Jan 2024
Plan for a complicated transfer. Frankfurt am main is large. Even if you make it, your luggage may not. Take photos of your luggage in the hold.
DerekFlew with British Airways-Feb 2024
If you have a second bag... This needs to fit under the seat in front, there isn't space for two overhead

FAQs - booking Europe flights

  • What are some popular airports to fly in and out of Europe?

    Along with London Heathrow Airport (LHR), popular airports in Europe include Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) in the Netherlands and Frankfurt Am Main Airport (FRA) in Germany. These hubs are also good airports to fly into if you’re planning on visiting other places around each country, with excellent train and bus links available to other cities.

  • Which cities in Europe can you fly directly to from London?

    London Heathrow Airport (LHR) offers direct flights to popular destinations like Paris with Air France, Rome with British Airways, and Amsterdam with KLM. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has direct flights to Barcelona with easyJet and Lisbon with TAP Air Portugal. Alternatively, London Stansted Airport (STN) offers direct flights to Dublin with Ryanair, while London Luton Airport (LTN) has direct flights to Berlin with easyJet.

  • What’s a good way to find cheap flights to Europe?

    If you’re looking for cheap flights to Europe, tickets to any destination are generally cheaper when booked in advance. Secondly, it also helps if you’re flexible on your travel dates; some dates you’ll find are cheaper than others.

  • Which airlines offer Business Class flights from the UK to other European cities?

    British Airways provides Business Class service on routes such as London to Paris and London to Rome. Air France offers Business Class flights between London and Amsterdam, while Lufthansa operates Business Class routes from London to Munich. Turkish Airlines provides Business Class service on routes between London to Istanbul.

  • What visa do I need to fly to Europe?

    Though the UK is no longer part of the EU, as a UK citizen visiting Europe on holiday, you will not require a visa to travel; you will only require a valid passport. Upon arrival at your destination airport, you will be granted a 90-day stay at a time, within the Schengen area.

  • Which airlines offer the best accessibility services for flights to Europe?

    Several airlines prioritise accessibility services for flights from the UK to Europe. British Airways offers special assistance, including wheelchair services and priority boarding. Similarly, Virgin Atlantic provides accessible facilities and medical equipment when needed. KLM also offers support, such as on-board wheelchairs and assistance with mobility devices.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the UK to the Canary Islands?

    You can fly directly to Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Las Palmas and Lanzarote with low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, TUI Airways, Wizz Air and Jet2. UK origin airports for this route include London Stansted, London Gatwick (LGW) and London Luton, as well as Manchester Airport (MAN) and Glasgow Airport (GLA), amongst others. British Airways also runs services from London Heathrow, but these flights are generally more expensive.  

  • Which low-cost airlines travel from Birmingham to other cities in Europe?

    The majority of airlines flying from Birmingham are major airlines rather than low-cost carriers, but a few low-cost airlines operate in conjunction with other airlines to provide flights. Wizz Air Malta and Lufthansa team up for flights to Munich via Cluj Napoca (CLJ). Ryanair and EasyJet work together to offer flights to Athens Airport (ATH) via Lisbon (LIS). Jet2 and Vueling combine forces to offer flights from Birmingham to Munich Airport (MUC) via Barcelona (BCN).

  • Which airlines have specials during European festivals?

    Several airlines offer specials during popular European festivals. Ryanair often provides discounted flights during Oktoberfest in Munich and La Tomatina in Spain. EasyJet may offer deals during Carnival in Venice, while British Airways sometimes offers promotions during St. Patrick's Day in Dublin.

  • Which European airports have the most frequent flights?

    When it comes to frequent flights from the UK to Europe, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), and Frankfurt Airport (FRA) are popular hubs. Airlines like KLM and British Airways operate regular flights connecting the UK to various European destinations via these airports, ensuring convenient travel options.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to Europe?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United Kingdom to Europe.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to Europe?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to Europe is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United Kingdom to Europe?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from the United Kingdom to Europe with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to Europe?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United Kingdom to Europe up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Europe?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Europe is Friday when return tickets can be as cheap as £266. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Wednesday, when return prices are £354 on average.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Europe

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Europe? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Europe for the following prices or less: Cheap flights to Europe from London Luton £59, from Newcastle upon Tyne £312, from Birmingham £560
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Europe flight deals.
  • If you want to visit Eastern Europe on a backpacking trip and visit several countries, it’s worth flying to airports such as Krakow John Paul II Balice Airport (KRK) or Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) in Poland with Ryanair or easyJet, from London Stansted (STN) or London Luton Airport (LTN). These flights are usually cheap, and you can connect to other European cities like Prague and Vienna easily by train.
  • When flying from the UK, cities in Europe like Paris, Amsterdam, and Dublin are among the easiest to reach. These flights offer benefits such as weekend getaways, business trips, and the opportunity to explore diverse cultures, culinary delights, and iconic landmarks close to home. Ryanair is one of the most common airlines operating flights within Europe and has the most affordable rates.
  • When flying from UK cities such as London, Manchester and Glasgow to any European destination, unlike long-haul flights to other continents, direct flights are cheaper, so try to avoid flights with layovers if possible to get a better price.
  • When booking flights with low-cost airlines like EasyJet and Ryanair from the UK to other parts of Europe, there are a few things to consider. Look out for additional fees for baggage and seat selection, as these can quickly increase the overall cost. If there are stopovers en route, check whether they're self-transfer stops or if luggage transfer is included.
  • If you’re travelling on a budget and want to save money on flights from the UK to Europe, it’s recommended to check out flights with airlines such as Wizz Air, easyJet and Ryanair, through KAYAK. These airlines provide good deals. You’ll find that most major European cities are serviced by these airlines.
  • Those of you needing to stay connected in-flight should consider major airlines like British Airways, Air France, and Aegean Airlines, which offer onboard connectivity throughout their flights. You'll find flights with British Airways between nearly every major European city and the UK.
  • If you want to visit mainland Europe, sometimes it’s best to check for flights to neighbouring countries, which may provide cheaper and more regular flights. For example, if you’re visiting Slovakia, you can fly to Vienna instead and reach Bratislava easily by bus or train, while Austria is well connected to other countries like Germany and Switzerland.
  • Should you be planning on visiting countries such as Denmark and Sweden in one trip, a good way to save money would be to fly to Copenhagen in Denmark and hop on a train to Malmo in Sweden, generally arriving within 30min; that way, you won’t need to book another flight.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Europe

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United Kingdom to Europe? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Jet2Overall score based on 202 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.7Crew
7.7Comfort
6.1Entertainment
7.2Food
Airline reviews

Apart from the delay, it was very good. Crew were great and the plane was great - looked like a newer one.

8.0 ExcellentCheeky, Aug 2026
Read more Jet2 reviews

Apart from the delay, it was very good. Crew were great and the plane was great - looked like a newer one.

Generally excellent but a couple of areas could be improved. After boarding we were delayed a full 20 mins whilst various ground crew, flight crew, captain faffed around counting and recounting passengers. Said discrepancy between computer and manual. All OK in the end. So why o why did it take 20 mins to find all OK? No sense of urgency shown Secondly the seat base is just not supportive/resilienfor a 4½ hour journey - backside really aching by journey end.

The staff are just so friendly travelling alone was a bit scary but they made me feel comfortable and nothing was to much bother I loved how one of the girls was talking to the old ladies she really took time thank you jet2 shame I can’t get home with u guys 🥲

On time flight. Reasonable comfortable but a bit cramped. Excellent jet 2 staff as usual.

A good flight with friendly crew and check-in but disembarking was chaotic and badly managed

Flights were on time, boarding was straight forward. Very good attentive staf

Delays on both journeys - only found out before geting to the airport as had created trip within Kayak.

There is nothing I can think.of that jet2 need to improve They offer a great package. Very efficient

All was good but they should bring back seat pockets. It’s difficult trying to travel with small children and keep having to get stuff out of flight bag and then have nowhere to put it!

The flight was okay, seats slightly more comfortable than Easy jet, but wouldn’t want to fly much more than 3.5 hours in those seats, hard and uncomfortable for further journeys. Boarding was okay, never eat or drink on Eco airlines, food not good and expensive for what you get. But it is what it is, and for the price one can not really complain.

Boarded and sat on plane for 3.5 hours before taking off, Updates infrequent and no refreshments offered.

I didn't have food, and there was no entertainment as it was a short haul flight, so can't comment on those, The head cabin crew member was addressing the passengers like a telesales person reeling off terms and conditions; we didn't understand a word he was saying. This is the second time this year we have flown with Ryanair, and both times we've had to carry our luggage downstairs to walk to the plane. As were both OAP's this isn't really acceptable. We have another flight booked for September to Lanzarote, so hopefully that will be better.

Smooth journey made good time. The aircraft was littered and did not look very presentable.

Flight was ok until there was a sudden juddering in the plane and a severe sudden loss of height. There were a lot of distressed passengers and not a single word was said by the pilot or crew.

Awful, the plane was on time but Ryan Air chose to use it for another flight that was running late to avoid the 3 hour penalty so our own flight was 1.5 hours late. This meant a 1 am scheduled landing became 2..30 and we missed our car hire which costs us an extra £300 to rebook - bloody shambles

Stuck on run way for 2 hours before takeoff - tractor breakdown

Enough seat availability for us to move a little and so sit together - but the flight was half an hour late

On time departure; arrived early into Faro. Air Malta operating flight, crew friendly and efficient.

I didn't eat any food so can't comment on that. The prices on the plane are extortionate (as are all prices on planes). Everything else was seemless and a great experience

I need assistance and I could not fault it at all. I suffer anxiety and I was always put at ease by assistance staff, and the banter was good. On board the staff was so very nice and kind and showed empathy. Thank you to them. It was my first time travelling since I lost my husband and was so grateful to them.

I’ve always flew with Ryan, but never again I’ll always fly with easyJet

There was no useful information given regarding the flight back to the UK from Tenerife. This despite the week publicised problems around the EES system and the delays caused to boarding. This aspect of the customer experience could have been much better.

Fast boarding, smooth takeoff and landing. plenty of space in seats. Excellent air-conditioning on a hot day. Perfect experience

Whole way through - far more professional and slick than I expected

Sitting on the last row in between the aisle and a massive person, all people going to the bathroom bumped into me including the flight attendants.

The best budget airline in Europe. Flight was on time, crew friendly and worked hard during flight and were able to meet our needs. Only downside (not the airline's fault), there were no rear steps.

It was transportation nothing more. I will give a positive rating over Ryanair. We missed our Ryanair flight the night before and received rude and unconcerned treatment from the Ryanair customer service. It was late. We were very tired and stressed after doing our best to get to the airport. The so called customer service ladies were completely unconcerned from the start. Aside from that, the flight to London seemed to be their opportunity for advertising. No time to relax as attendants were constantly in the aisle selling. I will never fly Ryanair again!!

Boarding could be better. To get through your gate but to be stood in a corridor for 20 minutes is not great.

Would not advise EasyJet for a 5 hour flight…small plane and hence a lot of turbulence. No inflight entertainment so struggle to pass time in cramped seats. We also fell victim to extra charge for our cabin bags, although bag dimensions were ok, but the handle was rigid and slightly fell outside their testing cage!!….never again will we fly with this airline and be party to their scams for making money!

The food and so are to expensive and old . Crew whas not very friendly . Apparently some other passenger can just Push through the waiting people to board while almost punching me and a father with a child down the stairs. Its always something with easy jet . The seats of row 26 where lose . And for a guy of my size there is absolutely no leg room at all .

Great flight, great crew, decent food. Premium Economy was very comfortable. I compare this flight to the one we took on BA from DC to London: Like a different airline. The food was atrocious, the crew aloof, and the cabin not as comfortable. Based on that first flight we said we'd avoid BA, but the return trip changed our minds.

Those seats were very comfortable. Nice leg room and food was great 👍

because the previous flight operated by BA was delayed, when arrived to the gate, I was surprised that I was taken out of this flight and they rebook me but with a different seat

delayed more than an hour with very poor boarding and service

We arrived at 430a for our flight. We only had carry on so we were sent to security. The BA person was tagging all carryon in case a shortage of bin space. We were on the plane like 20th and told we had to check carryon because it had a tag. Unexpected and unnecessary

The travel on premium economy class was very positive. Comfortable with plenty of space and leg room. The service throughout was top notch. Crew members were kind and helpful. Food and entertainment were excellent.

Based on my wife's damaged condition, BA very kindly upgraded us from cattle to business class. MUCH appreciated!! One of these days, as it gains more experience, BA MAY learn how to depart on time (with over 30 years experience with BA, no flight has EVER managed to leave on time), Once airborne, the entertainment was ever so very pedestrian. But the flight was uneventful and the cabin crew's service was superb. And whichever driver landed the aircraft had obviously done it before. But BA unfortunately is learning from that scuzzy airline Delta. Delta is ALWAYS stunned when one of its aircraft actually turns up anywhere and is NEVER ready to receive it -- even when it turns up where and more or less when it is supposed to, NOT an example worthy of emulation.

Flight crew were really rude & unwilling to help. We were their last flight of the day & they made it very clear they just wanted to get the flight done & everything we were asking to purchase was an inconvenience. Really disappointed with BA

Incredible. The upgrade to Business was a phenomenal way to end my trip, beyond grateful for the generosity and hospitality.

Great! Apart from small sitting in one the flight everything else was good

Far easier than I expected it to be. Checked in online & had our boarding passes emailed through. Straight through security & boarded on time. No issues.

Great crew. Seats do not recline :( but it is budget so i should have known. Otherwise comfy leather chair. Slight slim chair but again budget so expected. No entertainment do makes journey boring. Recommend packing plenty of snacks and games or download plenty of films and music in your device. Staff excellent. Clean flight. On time.

It’s a budget airline. You get what you pay for. They insisted on getting us out of the gate and into our slot on time. They got us to the destination safely. Aircraft was clean and well maintained. What more could we want

Half an hour delay. Squeezed into a small Departure Lounge with very few seats. Noisy flight with screaming unruly kids. Loud IPads and Phones. Heaven!

Were delayed in the airport for 5 hours with no explanation. Flight kept getting delayed by an hour at a time and wizz air staff were no where to be found

The flight was delayed 5 hours and I'm and invalid,I wan a refund for this

4 hr delay and only told less than 2hrs before. Only given water and nuts on the flight as complimentary service. Left to wait in rain before boarding.

To be honest I did not like anything. Communication to why my flight was cancelled mid air 2 and half hours into my flight. Customer service desk were not helpful with providing information or a solution on what can be done.

What I liked new airplane Sitting was extremely uncomfortable! Crew not smiley at all Always chewing gum

The flight was cancelled just 4 hours before the take off...

Everything you need to know for your flight to Europe

Cabin class types available on flights to Europe