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A short getaway provides a refreshing break from routine, offering the opportunity to recharge, explore new surroundings, and create lasting memories in a brief yet rejuvenating escape.
There are hundreds and thousands of places you can travel on a short break getaway worldwide, including London, Madrid, New York, Cairo, Tokyo, and many more.
It'd be near impossible to visit all of these countries around the world as we all have busy lives to deal with but it'd be nice to visit at least a few. This is where a short getaway for 2 or even 4 days comes in as it doesn't take up too much time or money, compared to longer holidays, which is perfect if you're on a budget or don't want to use up a lot of your paid holiday from your company.
If you'd like to go on a 2-Day Getaway then we recommend travelling somewhat within your continent or region as you'd be spending a few hours travelling to and from your chosen destination so not many hours are wasted on travel. Of course, where you go on your 2 two-day getaway will probably be influenced by where you're flying from.
We've compiled a list of popular destinations from the UK. If you reside in the UK, you'll have a lot of choices with mainland Europe easily reachable and low-cost flight options to get across the transatlantic to the Americas.
You can travel to several different cities from around the world including Amsterdam, Tokyo, Berlin, New York, Nairobi and more.
We all have busy lives, so as much as we'd like to see the world, trying to fit in a visit to all of them would be near impossible. So, 2 two-day getaways don't take up too much time or money, compared to longer holidays, which is perfect if you're on a budget or don't want to use up a lot of your paid holiday from your employer.
2 Day Getaway flights are return flights that get you in and out of any city. Most destinations have an airport nearby and flying is the most convenient way of travelling. This makes catching a flight for your 2-Day Getaway the number 1 way to travel. 2 Day Getaway can be taken anytime throughout the year whether you're planning a 2-day Weekend Getaway or a 2-day getaway for couples, for whatever reason we have flights ready for you.
If a 2-day getaway is too short, consider a 4 Day Getaway. The flights are return flights that will get you in and out of any country. Most destinations have an airport nearby and flying is the most convenient way of travelling. A 4-Day Getaway can be taken anytime throughout the year whether you're planning a long Day weekend Getaway or a short trip getaway for couples, for whatever reason we have flights ready for you.
Short flights from the UK to somewhere hot are becoming increasingly popular. Let’s face it, the weather in the UK isn’t exactly perfect for going to the beach! So, it’s no surprise that more and more of us are searching for destinations that are just a few hour's flight away, allowing us to plan a last-minute escape or even just a weekend break when we need it most. But, you don’t have to jet halfway around the world in search of this. Luckily, there are plenty of destinations, just a short flight away, that will give us the heat that we crave. They’re so close that you can be in the sun quicker than you could drive across the country. So, if you’re looking for a quick getaway this year, you’ll love these sunny destinations, all with two to four-hour direct flights from the UK.
If you'd like to go on a 4-Day Getaway — we recommend travelling somewhat within your continent or region as you'd be spending a few hours travelling to and from your chosen destination so that not many hours are wasted on travel. Of course, where you go on your 4-Day Getaway will probably be influenced by where you're flying from.
Marbella is a city and resort area on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, part of the Andalusia region. The flight time from London to Marbella is only 3 hours therefore you add this to your short getaway list. Marbella is considered to be the most popular holiday destination in Spain. Marbella is not only about lively nightclubs and bars but also has pristine beaches to explore, some world-class museums with art galleries to visit, and incredible architecture to witness.
The average summer temperature is around 30 degrees so perfect for sun seekers. From relaxing on beautiful beaches to enjoying watersports, there’s something for everyone.
Airlines that fly from London to Marbella include Easy Jet, British Airways and Vueling.
Sardinia is a large Italian island in the Mediterranean Sea. It has nearly 2,000km of coastline, sandy beaches and a mountainous interior crossed with hiking trails. With the best beaches in the Mediterranean, exquisite food, untouched nature, and friendly local people, Sardinia offers everything that you could hope for in a Mediterranean vacation.
The flight time from London is 2 hours 40 minutes and the average summer temperature is around 24 degrees. Sardinia is an ideal getaway for families and couples looking for a place with vibrant towns, gorgeous coasts, and amazing food. Airlines that fly directly from London to Sardinia include Ryan Air, BA Euro flyer, and Tui.
New York City comprises 5 boroughs sitting where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. If you are in the USA and you are looking for an exciting city break then New York is the perfect getaway. With lots of tourist attractions and famous restaurants, this city is ideal for families or couples.
Airlines such as American Airlines and Jetblue offer flights. The cheapest time to go on a getaway to New York is between January-March and the average temperature is around 5 degrees.
You can find a cheap Getaway on our site throughout the year. Depending on the time and date you fly make sure to skip the public holidays, and school holidays when you come to book your getaway date preferences and include off-peak seasons, and special offer days to make the most out of your 2 or 4-day Getaway.
Additionally, we've got several ways to help you find the cheapest flight on our site so that you always spend your money wisely. We understand booking flights can be expensive therefore, we give you a range of 40 different payment methods, including buy now pay later & cryptocurrencies to allow you to book your flights today.
The great thing about short Getaways is that they're a break from work or a relaxing time. This means that you're more likely to have flexibility on when you can travel as opposed to a longer holiday, where you have to make sure that your schedule is free for at least a whole week.
This is important because when you fly it can be key in finding cheap flight tickets for your short trip away. Often, moving your flight dates to another month or, even them around as little as a few days, can go far in reducing the cost.
When you search for flights with Alternative Airlines, we make it easy to see which dates are the cheapest to fly on, before you even start your search. When choosing your travel dates, we colour-code the dates to show the cheapest dates of travel in green and the more expensive days in red. By selecting dates in green, you can be sure you're getting the best deal, without running multiple searches and researching yourself.
Once you've decided where you want to fly to, another way that you can find the cheapest prices quickly is by sorting your search by the lowest price. This brings all the cheapest options up to the top and puts all the most expensive flights at the bottom, making it incredibly easy to find the cheapest flights quickly.
This way you don't have to scroll through the more expensive flights and search for the cheaper ones.
