7 Amazing Summer Travel Destinations With Affordable Flights in 2025
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Summer is typically an expensive time to travel, but vacationers might be getting a break this year.
“Economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and tariffs are already softening demand for a season that usually delivers big revenue for airlines,” Katy Nastro, a travel expert with Going, said in a press release. “Deep discounts on long-haul flights during pricey months of July and August suggest even airlines are noticing a shift in how people are spending and where they are coming from to spend.”
Going tracked flight prices to find seven summer destinations with below-average flight prices. Here’s where to go to save big this summer.
Domestic Deals
If you want to stay relatively local this summer, consider these three discounted destinations:
- Phoenix; Las Vegas; Orlando, Florida; or Nashville, Tennessee to Alaska: From $327 roundtrip (45% off)
- Washington; Charlottesville, Virginia; or Asheville, North Carolina to Nantucket, Massachusetts: From $127 roundtrip (68% off)
- Manchester, New Hampshire; or Hartford, Connecticut to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: From $88 roundtrip (75% off)
Europe Deals
Europe is a popular destination for summer travel. While flight prices are typically high during summer months, you can score some great deals this year:
- Washington to Valencia, Spain: $455 roundtrip (52% off)
- Boston to Geneva: $483 roundtrip (46% off)
- New York to Milan: $1,687 roundtrip for business class tickets (56% off)
- New York to Greek Islands (Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu): From $584 roundtrip (42% off)
Tips for Saving on Summer 2025 Travel
In addition to choosing your destination wisely, there are other ways you can save big on summer travel this year.
- Book far enough in advance. Book three to seven months ahead for domestic travel and four to 10 months ahead for international travel.
- Fly on cheap travel days. Flights are typically cheapest on Tuesday and Wednesday. Avoid flying on Sunday, when fares tend to be the highest.
- Consider alternate airports. Check flights to surrounding airports to find the best deal.
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Sources
- Going, “Summer Travel Guide”
