British holidaymakers hunting for a summer getaway can still bag a bargain to some top European destinations. New data shows flight prices to popular holiday spots have dropped compared to last summer, with the typical return journey now costing £158 rather than £164 during the same period in 2025.Spain is looking particularly tempting for sun-seekers this summer, according to KAYAK’s Flight Price Trends Dashboard.The country’s destinations are offering some of the biggest discounts, making it an ideal time for those who haven’t yet locked in their summer plans to start searching for flights to the Iberian Peninsula.Madrid had the biggest drop in prices compared to last year | PAMadrid is leading the charge with a whopping 32 per cent reduction in fares, while Alicante has seen prices tumble by 25 per cent. Barcelona isn’t far behind with flights costing 19 per cent less than they did last year. While the city did not have the biggest drop in prices, it has the lowest average flight price overall, at £91.Portugal was the only other country with the biggest savings on last year, with Faro offering 16 per cent off compared to 2025 prices. Biggest European price drops for 2026Madrid, Spain (£119)Barcelona, Spain (£91)Alicante, Spain (£100)Malaga, Spain (£121)Faro, Portugal (£121)Lisbon, Portugal (£189)Granadilla, Spain (£194)Alicante is another affordable Spanish option for British holidaymakers | GETTYLisbon in Portugal was one of the only options outside of Spain | GETTYUK travel expert at KAYAK, Rachel Mumford, said: “Summer bargains haven’t disappeared, and our data shows there are still excellent deals out there, even on flights to some of the most sought-after destinations.”Spanish hotspots are among those seeing lower prices, with the average return flight to Barcelona and Madrid 32 per cent and 19 per cent cheaper respectively over the summer compared to the same period last year. “Destinations in Portugal are also offering savings, with prices down by as much as 16 per cent. The key is to stay flexible and be ready to move quickly when a good deal is found.”