Last Minute Holidays & Late Deals

There’s no guarantee booking last minute will save you money. However, flexibility with your travel date or destination can lead to savings. The trick to getting the best out of a last-minute deal is considering a range of getaway spots - you may even find a new favourite place.

Similarly, this also depends on your flexibility around the dates you can travel. A last-minute booking could mean a month or a matter of weeks before departure, but you could also book within days of travel if you’re open to a range of options. Keeping an eye out for our deals is the best way to find a last-minute gem.

You certainly aren’t limited on destination choice when bagging a last-minute holiday deal. Enjoy a week or two of sunshine by the pool when you touch down in Lanzarote, Majorca, Benidorm, or Salou. Explore the stunning island of Malta or uncover the hidden gems of Croatia. Want a far-flung last minute escape? Barbados or Antigua could be your ideal long-haul last minute getaway location.

Your holiday booking comes with our Peace of Mind Guarantee, giving you flexibility and reassurance before and during your holiday:

•    Change Your Booking Easily: Amend your booking free of charge up to 14 days before travel for any reason (subject to availability and any increase in holiday cost passed on by suppliers).*

•    Full Refund If Travel Is Restricted: If FCDO guidance changes to advise against travel to your destination, and your departure date is imminent, we will cancel your booking and issue you with a full refund within 14 days of cancellation.

•    Support During Your Trip: If restrictions occur while you are already on holiday, we will work with our suppliers to do our best to return you home safely before restrictions take effect. To check if you are covered please see the terms & conditions here.

We understand concerns about possible fuel disruption regarding your flights/holiday. We’re monitoring the situation closely and will share updates if anything changes. You may also be covered under our Peace of Mind Guarantee.

Last minute holidays can offer excellent value. Especially if you’re flexible on travel dates, destinations or departure airports. Prices vary based on availability and demand close to departure.

Many last-minute holidays can be booked just weeks, sometimes days, before travel. Availability depends on the destination, departure date and accommodation options and your desire to get away.

You’ll find a wide range of options including:

Beach holidays
All‑inclusive packages
City breaks
Family holidays
Cruises and short breaks

Yes. All flight‑inclusive package holidays booked with Hays Travel are ATOL protected, giving you confidence and financial protection when you book.

Absolutely. Many last-minute holidays are suitable for families, with selected offers including free child places and family‑friendly hotels, subject to availability.

Most last-minute package holidays include flights, accommodation and transfers, making it easy to book everything together in one simple reservation.

Absolutely. If you can move the dates, you are able to travel on, or indeed the destinations and airports. It gives you access to a wider choice of last-minute holidays and departure choices.