But as the nights draw-in and the temperature begins to dip, it's only natural to look for ways to escape the arrival of autumn.
As travel restrictions continue to ease and simplify, more and more airlines are starting, resuming or increasing services from Manchester Airport, the UK’s global gateway for the North.
Whether you fancy a quick hop to the Balearics, Greece or the Canaries, or something further afield like Barbados or the Middle East, Manchester Airport has it covered this October Half Term.
Here is a selection of flights, package deals and offers from a range of airlines flying out of the Northern hub.
All prices quoted are correct at time of print and are subject to availability. For more information see the airlines’ websites, or for more on Manchester Airport see www.manchesterairport.co.uk.
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9. Gran Canaria with Jet2holidays
Gran Canaria, Playa Taurito, 3 star Paradise Lago Taurito & Waterpark, 7 nights all-inclusive departing from Manchester on 26th October. Price: £859 per person based on 2 adults and 1 child (based on aged 4) sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance and return transfers.

10. Barbados with Aer Lingus
Customers will be able to fly on the new route from as little as £209pp each way, with Aer Lingus’ first ever direct service to Barbados departing Manchester Airport’s impressive new Terminal Two from October 20th, 2021. Tickets can be booked through AerLingus.com.

11. Malta with easyJet holidays
easyJet holidays offers seven nights at the all-inclusive 4* db San Antonio Hotel in Malta on a room only basis for £573 per person, including flights from Manchester airport and 23kg of luggage per person on 20 October 2021.

12. Tenerife with easyJet holidays
easyJet holidays offers seven nights at the all-inclusive 3* Playa Olid Apartments in Tenerife on a room only basis for £614 per person, including flights from Manchester airport and 23kg of luggage per person on 20 October 2021.

