Saving on holiday: This is how you can still find holiday bargains despite the energy crisis

The Iran war is making travel more expensive. But the 2026 summer vacation is not lost. If you are flexible, you can save a lot. Sometimes there are still real bargains.

April 22, 2026, 3:22 p.m

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The summer vacation of 2026 is not under a good star: war, rising kerosene prices and flight cancellations are threatening the travel plans of many. Nevertheless, there is hope for bargains, especially on train and bus transport. Package travelers should be flexible and book early to avoid expensive price jumps. Alternatively, cheap offers for holiday apartments in lesser-known regions are attractive. If you compare cleverly and remain flexible, you can enjoy an affordable vacation despite the adverse circumstances.

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Summer vacation on the French Atlantic coast, for example? Families can get there cheaply with Interrail, as children up to the age of twelve travel for free.
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Anyone who follows the news these days might think that the 2026 summer vacation is already lost: war in the Middle East, rising kerosene prices, airspace closures over the Gulf region. But that’s not a reason to cancel your vacation or scrap all your plans. You can even get real bargains.

The German Travel Association (DRV) confirms: The Iran War and its consequences are having an impact on the travel industry. “Higher kerosene prices, longer flight routes due to airspace closures and possible capacity bottlenecks can be reflected in rising flight prices in the medium term,” says DRV President Albin Loidl.