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13 holiday hotspots and great deals for summer 2023 flying from Manchester Airport - including Mykonos, Tenerife, Faro, Gran Canaria and Barcelona

Manchester Airport is expecting to see a spike in bookings for the summer over the coming weeks, with travellers keen to cast off the post-Christmas blues and plan their next getaway.
By Jon Peake
Published 13th Jan 2023, 15:48 BST
Updated 13th Jan 2023, 15:49 BST

January is a particularly busy time for forward bookings from holidaymakers seeking summer sun and an escape from the grey and dreary British winter.

This coming Monday, the third of the month, has been coined ‘Blue Monday’ by the travel industry for its noticeable peak in activity – more than 630,000 travellers searched for a flight from Manchester on the corresponding Monday last year, according to data from price comparison site Skyscanner.

The Northern Hub is expecting a busy January for bookings this year and has revealed its most popular destinations by capacity for summer 2023, with many thousands of seats available over the travel industry’s summer season.

A number of airlines also have deals available on Blue Monday and throughout January, with flights to some major holiday hotspots available from under £60pp return.

All prices correct at the time of writing, but may be subject to change. Prices quoted are for flights only and may not include hold baggage.

The Northern Hub is expecting a busy January for bookings this year and has revealed its most popular destinations by capacity for summer 2023, with many thousands of seats available over the travel industry’s summer season.

Alicante is the heart of the Costa Blanca, or ‘White Coast’ – so named for its pristine white sand beaches, stretching over 120 miles of Spanish coastline. If you’ve had your fill of sunbathing and want to do some sightseeing, check out the historic Castillo de Santa Bárbara, an imposing medieval fortress which sits atop Mount Benacantil. Tour the ruins, and take in the sweeping Mediterranean views from the old keep tower. Book from £59.89pp return with Ryanair (leaving Manchester on 11th April, returning 21st April). Alicante is also served by easyJet, Jet2.com and Tui.

5. Alicante

Alicante is the heart of the Costa Blanca, or ‘White Coast’ – so named for its pristine white sand beaches, stretching over 120 miles of Spanish coastline. If you’ve had your fill of sunbathing and want to do some sightseeing, check out the historic Castillo de Santa Bárbara, an imposing medieval fortress which sits atop Mount Benacantil. Tour the ruins, and take in the sweeping Mediterranean views from the old keep tower. Book from £59.89pp return with Ryanair (leaving Manchester on 11th April, returning 21st April). Alicante is also served by easyJet, Jet2.com and Tui. Photo: MA

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Dalaman has grown exponentially in popularity over recent years. It is a gateway to over 100km of Turkish Aegean coastline, dotted with charming resort towns and numerous attractions, both natural and historic. The eye-catching Kumburnu beach extends like a pier into a deep blue lagoon, and is a great spot for snorkelling, whilst nearby Babadag mountain is a world-renowned launch site for paragliding. Once finished, visit the port town of Fethiye for its lively markets and outstanding local cuisine. You can join more than 200,000 flying from Manchester to Dalaman this summer, from only £296pp return (Jet2.com, 30th June – 7th July). You can also reach Dalaman with easyJet, Tui, Corendon Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Sun Express.

6. Dalaman

Dalaman has grown exponentially in popularity over recent years. It is a gateway to over 100km of Turkish Aegean coastline, dotted with charming resort towns and numerous attractions, both natural and historic. The eye-catching Kumburnu beach extends like a pier into a deep blue lagoon, and is a great spot for snorkelling, whilst nearby Babadag mountain is a world-renowned launch site for paragliding. Once finished, visit the port town of Fethiye for its lively markets and outstanding local cuisine. You can join more than 200,000 flying from Manchester to Dalaman this summer, from only £296pp return (Jet2.com, 30th June – 7th July). You can also reach Dalaman with easyJet, Tui, Corendon Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Sun Express. Photo: MA

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If you like combining sunshine with adventure, Tenerife boasts some awe-inspiring experiences. Ride a cable car 3,335m to the summit of Mount Teide and take in the incredible views of the national park that surrounds it. Alternatively, visit the cliffs of Los Gigantes, where you can relax on the beach, or cruise the waters by taking a boat trip from the nearby marina. The island is packed full of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Siam Park, voted the world’s best (and biggest) water park 6 years in a row, boasts heated pools, a white sand beach and stunning waterfall. Prices start from £119.48pp return with Ryanair (departing 30th April, arriving back 11th May). easyJet, Jet2.com and Tui also serve Tenerife.

7. Tenerife

If you like combining sunshine with adventure, Tenerife boasts some awe-inspiring experiences. Ride a cable car 3,335m to the summit of Mount Teide and take in the incredible views of the national park that surrounds it. Alternatively, visit the cliffs of Los Gigantes, where you can relax on the beach, or cruise the waters by taking a boat trip from the nearby marina. The island is packed full of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Siam Park, voted the world’s best (and biggest) water park 6 years in a row, boasts heated pools, a white sand beach and stunning waterfall. Prices start from £119.48pp return with Ryanair (departing 30th April, arriving back 11th May). easyJet, Jet2.com and Tui also serve Tenerife. Photo: MA

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Beaches are, without doubt, the main draw to Lanzarote, another Canary Island. From the Papagayo Beach that lies hidden between the mountains of Ajaches, to the golden fine sanded beach of Playa Grande, the choices for sunbathing spots and swimming in calm seas are endless. Lanzarote’s other highlight is its remarkable volcanic landscape, which is best experienced in the other-worldly Parque Natural de los Volcanes (no prizes for translating this one!). Camel treks across its ashen plateau are available. Flight prices start from £198 pp return with Tui, for a 7-night trip departing 19th March. Ryanair, Jet2.com and easyJet also serve Lanzarote from Manchester.

8. Lanzarote

Beaches are, without doubt, the main draw to Lanzarote, another Canary Island. From the Papagayo Beach that lies hidden between the mountains of Ajaches, to the golden fine sanded beach of Playa Grande, the choices for sunbathing spots and swimming in calm seas are endless. Lanzarote’s other highlight is its remarkable volcanic landscape, which is best experienced in the other-worldly Parque Natural de los Volcanes (no prizes for translating this one!). Camel treks across its ashen plateau are available. Flight prices start from £198 pp return with Tui, for a 7-night trip departing 19th March. Ryanair, Jet2.com and easyJet also serve Lanzarote from Manchester. Photo: MA

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