More than three million holiday-goers depart from East Midlands Airport each year with over a third jetting of to Spain.
And if you’re dreaming of a getaway that doesn’t break the bank then there are plenty of deals to be found.
With one-way flights from as little as £11 and return tickets coming it at £28 there are plenty of options – all of which come in cheaper than your council tax for the month!
Using Skyscanner we’ve scoured destinations to find the cheapest singles and returns being offered throughout May.
Prices correct as of April 27.
1. Dublin
Ryanair operates flights to Dublin everyday with one way tickets starting from £12. Tickets are available for under £20 for all but one day in May whilst returns are available for £23. Photo: Gregory Dalleau / Unsplash
2. Wroclaw
Ryanair's flights to Poland's third largest city can differ wildly in price with some one way tickets costing over £300 but if you know when to look you can bag at a fraction of the cost (£16) with returns from £35. Photo: Reiseuhu / Unsplash
3. Limoges
Limoges, home to porcelain houses and stained glass, is the cheapest place to visit in France with one way tickets from £13 and returns from £26. Photo: Francois Couleaud / Unsplash
4. Cork
Flights to Ireland offer some great value: a trip to see St Fin Barre's Cathedral (pictured) will cost you just £12 and a return is £24. Photo: Unsplash