Summer is ending, but the urge to set off, of course, isn’t. And if you’re already looking for a reason to pencil in a weekend away, Ryanair tries to give you one with Autumn Madness – Crazy Midweek Prices, the new promotion with fares starting from 16.99 euros.
Time, however, is very limited. You must book by September 15, 2026 to travel from September 17 to December 31, 2026. The destinations on offer are numerous and range from beaches and islands still pleasant to discover in autumn, to spots perfect for foliage viewing and a city break, and of course places to explore during the Christmas period. Alongside departures from 16.99 euros, with a bit of date flexibility, there are also flights under the 15 euro threshold.
From Bergamo to Kalamata
The calendar says autumn. Kalamata, at least for a while, seems not to have noticed. From Milan Bergamo you can fly to Kalamata with fares of 16.99 euros: a really affordable price. But why visit the destination precisely at this time? Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C until the end of September and drop to about 20°C in the evening… during the day it’s still feasible and very pleasant to stay on the beach.
The city has the sea just minutes from the center and a long seaside promenade, yet it’s worth stepping away from the sunbed. You can climb to the Kalamata Castle, which overlooks the old town, then descend toward the Church of the Holy Apostles, linked to the memory of the Greek War of Independence. Not far away there are the Archaeological Museum of Messenia, narrow alleys, tavernas and squares where life goes on without worrying too much about the tourist season.
There is also the curious Municipal Railway Park, an outdoor museum among old locomotives and historic carriages, and there is above all the gastronomic side. Kalamata is a land of olives and oil: as autumn progresses, markets and producers become part of the journey as much as beaches and archaeological sites.
From Pisa to Rabat
On the Pisa–Rabat route, Ryanair offers direct flights from 14.99 euros, turning the Moroccan capital into one of the most interesting opportunities of the promotion. Rabat looks out over the Atlantic, more relaxed than other major Moroccan cities and small enough to be explored without turning a weekend into a marathon. In October the highs hover around 27 °C: ideal weather for spending many hours outdoors, among monuments, gardens and the medina.
The first stop can be the Kasbah of the Oudayas, a fortress perched between the Bouregreg River and the ocean. White and blue alleys, walls, glimpses of the water. A little further down there are the Andalusian Gardens; a little further on, changing the scenery entirely, the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
From Naples to Budapest
Autumn arrives early in Budapest, and the city also experiences the foliage and the warm tones that characterize the Hungarian capital. With flights under 17 euros from Naples, it’s a gem not to be missed, even on weekends… and in addition there are promotional dates that are perfect for discovering the Christmas markets as well.
Once you arrive, the city lends itself to a few days without overly rigid plans. You can start from the Castle District Hill and the Fisherman’s Bastion, with the Parliament across the Danube, and then descend toward the center. In autumn even Margaret Island changes its atmosphere: almost 100 hectares of green in the middle of the river, walkable on foot or by bicycle.
When the temperatures dip, Budapest then plays a card that few European cities can afford: the baths. The baths of Széchenyi are one of the city’s symbolic images, and with the cool air the steam rising from the water makes everything even more dramatic.
