Where to go on holiday in October from London Luton Airport
Looking for inspiration for October travel? From food festivals and Halloween inspiration to an October getaway in the sunshine, here’s where you should travel in October from London Luton Airport.
Go to Oktoberfest in Europe
Prost to Oktoberfest! Pack your lederhosen, wear your Haferl shoes and say cheers with a pint at the world-famous folk and beer festival in Germany. Join over six million tourists and locals who visit Oktoberfest on the Theresienwiese in Munich and experience the traditional Bavarian way of life. If you want to escape the crowds and still be part of Oktoberfest celebrations, check out smaller celebrations in Dortmund, Berlin, and Nuremberg. Discover the best Oktoberfest places in Europe.
Fly from LTN to MUC in 1 hour 55 minutes with easyJet.
Explore the Alba White Truffle Fair
Drive an hour south of Turin to sniff out world-class food at the Alba White Truffle Fair. Every Saturday and Sunday from 10th October – 6th December, tourists, chefs and truffle hunters flock to northern Italy for cooking classes and a market to sell Tuber magnatum Picco. Once you’ve filled your stomach, learn all about the produce’s cultural and gastronomical history at the Alba Truffle Museum in the town centre. And if you’re after a slice of folklore Italy, watch nine donkeys race through the town at Palio degli Asini, or see colours splash across the town at the Flag Festival.
Fly from LTN to TRN in 1 hour 55 minutes with easyJet and Ryanair.
Discover real Dracula stories in Romania
Think of October travel, and you'll probably wonder where to go for Halloween. And for those wanting to turn up the fear factor, why not uncover the legend of Bram Stoker’s Dracula at Bran Castle. Although Bram Stoker never visited Romania while writing the novel, Vlad the Impaler — also known as Drăculea — is said to have inspired the horror story. Fly to Brasov in central Romania and drive west to Poenari Castle, where Vlad really did live, before travelling to Bran Castle. Pair a trip to Bran Castle with a tour of Brasov – hike the Transylvanian Alps, climb the Citadel, and ride the cable car to the peak of Mount Tampa.
Fly from LTN to GHV in 3 hours 20 minutes with Wizz Air.
Where is it hot in Europe in October?
October temperatures vary across Europe, with the early arrival of single-digit temperatures towards the north of the continent, and summer weather continuing across the Mediterranean. Early winter sun destinations in October stay in the high twenties across Larnaca, Antalya, and the Canary Islands. Leave your jackets at home if you’re packing for Malta and the Algarve, as daytime temperatures will stay above 20°c.
Where should I go in Europe in October?
Choose from hundreds of destinations from London Luton Airport in October. For those looking for a dose of Vitamin C before the winter months, maximise the daylight hours in Paphos with 12 hours of sunshine a day. Or if you’re after local cuisine as you travel, head to the Douro Valley in Portugal for a bottle of port wine made with local grapes.
Where in Spain is hot in October?
The warmest parts of Spain in October are typically towards the south of the country. Head to Malaga, Seville and Almeria in Andalusia – temperatures rarely drop below 20°c in the daytime. Expect average temperatures of 19°c in Reus, Bilbao and Asturias in northern Spain.
What are good city breaks in October?
Travel to city breaks in their October shoulder seasons to discover new places without the crowds. If you’re chasing the sun, go to Lisbon for sandy beaches and the popular Santos district. If you’re after crunchy leaves and the crisp autumn air, fly to Prague for its Gothic architecture and fairytale charm.