Best time: April to June

Plan an all-inclusive holiday in Andalusia

Published 5 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·

An all-inclusive holiday in Andalusia works well when your resort provides a comfortable base and your days leave room for beaches, local food, culture and rest. Use HolidayWow to shape the trip around your group, compare the seasons and organise the route before booking.

In Andalusia, the best time for a trip is April to June, with daytime highs up to 33 °C.

7 days in Andalusia in October, Culture, from London Gatwick on your own

Plan a trip

Best time to go: April to June
Daytime high in July: 38 °C
Flight from London Gatwick, nonstop: about 2 h 26

Andalusia at a glance

What’s the vibe?: Start with the kind of holiday you want rather than the number of activities on offer. A resort that keeps meals, drinks and daily leisure close to your room suits families who value predictable days, shared time and an easy return after the beach or pool.
Best time to go: In Andalusia, the best time for a trip is April to June, with daytime highs up to 33 °C.
How to get there?: From London Gatwick, you can be in Andalusia in about 2 h 26.

Choose an all-inclusive base that suits your holiday

Start with the kind of holiday you want rather than the number of activities on offer. A resort that keeps meals, drinks and daily leisure close to your room suits families who value predictable days, shared time and an easy return after the beach or pool. Couples may prefer a quieter setting, while groups benefit from accommodation with generous communal spaces and simple mealtimes.

Andalusia rewards a stay that acts as a genuine home base. You can spend the morning at the resort, visit a historic town in the afternoon and return for the evening meal without moving your luggage each day. A single base also gives children more time to play and adults more chance to switch between activity and downtime.

Check the daily rhythm before choosing. Look for a place that supports both pool time and local exploration, with transport or walking options for nearby beaches and towns. Live partner prices and accommodation details can be viewed within the plan, making it easier to judge the full holiday rather than focusing on the room alone.

Match the holiday season to Andalusia's climate

The warmest part of the year brings long days for swimming, walking and outdoor meals. July and August reach daytime temperatures of 38 °C, with 13 and 12 hours of sunshine respectively. Evening plans suit the warm nights of 20 °C and 21 °C, while a resort pool or terrace gives everyone a comfortable break during the brightest part of the day.

May and September are useful alternatives for travellers who want warm daytime conditions with more variety in the schedule. May offers 28 °C by day and 11 sunshine hours, while September reaches 32 °C with 9 sunshine hours. These months suit mixed days that combine sightseeing, beach time and a relaxed evening routine.

Spring and autumn can suit visitors whose holiday priorities include walking, food and historic places. April brings 23 °C daytime temperatures and 9 sunshine hours, while October reaches 27 °C with 7 sunshine hours. Packing a light layer gives you comfort when the evening cools after a day outdoors.

Build a balanced week in Andalusia

A balanced week gives the resort time to become your holiday rhythm. Begin with a light arrival day, use the middle of the week for excursions, and keep another day beside the pool. This structure prevents every day from feeling scheduled while still ensuring that the main attractions receive enough time.

On a relaxed day, enjoy breakfast at your base, visit a nearby beach and return for lunch. Reserve the afternoon for a swim, a walk or a rest, then choose an easy dinner nearby. Families with young children benefit from shortening the journey between the resort and the first evening activity.

For a more active day, ask the planner to arrange cultural visits, food experiences and a scenic outing. A packed day can include 3 to 5 stops, while a balanced day usually has 2 to 3. Keep one day relaxed so the group can follow the weather, energy levels and the holiday pace that feels right.

The right months for this trip

Pleasant warmth comes in March, April, May, October and November. Take March: 20 °C by day and 9 days of rain.

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Your trip in Andalusia

27 °C by day in October
from London Gatwick about 2 h 26

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Day 1
Arrival in Costa del Sol
Flight from London Gatwick in 2 h 26, direct. Settle in, first evening by the harbour or in the centre.
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Day 2
Parque del Oeste
Start early; bring water and sturdy shoes.
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Day 3
Parque de los Príncipes
Start early; bring water and sturdy shoes.
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Day 4
Jardines de Pedro Luis Alonso
Start early; bring water and sturdy shoes.
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Day 5
On to Málaga
A new base for the next few days; explore Málaga on foot.
Day 6
Jardilandia PARK
Start early; bring water and sturdy shoes.
Day 7
Last morning and flight home
One last walk, then back to London Gatwick.

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Weather and climate in Andalusia

The warmest month is July, with 38 °C by day and 20 °C at night. The sunniest month is July, with 13 hours of sun a day.

Climate by month
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sept	Oct	Nov	Dec
Day °C	15	17	20	23	28	33	38	38	32	27	20	16
Night °C	5	5	7	10	13	17	20	21	18	14	9	6
Sun h/day	6	7	8	9	11	12	13	12	9	7	6	6
Rain days	7	7	9	8	4	2	0	0	4	7	7	7

Climate: NASA POWER 2006 to 2025, sea: NOAA OISST 1991 to 2020. Day and night are average highs and lows, sun in hours per day.

Weather in Andalusia month by month

January15 °C
February17 °C
March20 °C
April23 °C
May28 °C
June33 °C
July38 °C
August38 °C
September32 °C
October27 °C
November20 °C
December16 °C

The Andalusia climate in numbers

Daytime highs range from 15 °C in January to 38 °C in July. Rain is rarest in July (0 days) and most frequent in March (9 days). The sunniest month is July with 13 hours a day.

For walking and sightseeing in pleasant warmth, aim for March, April, May, October and November.

January: 15 °C, 7 rain days, 6 h of sun
February: 17 °C, 7 rain days, 7 h of sun
March: 20 °C, 9 rain days, 8 h of sun
April: 23 °C, 8 rain days, 9 h of sun
May: 28 °C, 4 rain days, 11 h of sun
June: 33 °C, 2 rain days, 12 h of sun
July: 38 °C, 0 rain days, 13 h of sun
August: 38 °C, 0 rain days, 12 h of sun
September: 32 °C, 4 rain days, 9 h of sun
October: 27 °C, 7 rain days, 7 h of sun
November: 20 °C, 7 rain days, 6 h of sun
December: 16 °C, 7 rain days, 6 h of sun

How to shape a March day in Andalusia

Mornings suit an unhurried walk through the old streets or along the water. The warmest hours, at 20 °C, are perfect for being outside. Evenings drop to 7 °C, so plan dinner somewhere warm and keep a layer handy.

Getting to Andalusia from home

From London Heathrow, Andalusia is {{dist.home:LHR}} away as the crow flies. From London Gatwick it is {{dist.home:LGW}}. From Manchester it is {{dist.home:MAN}}.

Door to door, the plan lines up the ride to the airport, the flight with live fares and the transfer on arrival.

Packing for Andalusia in March

With 20 °C by day and 7 °C at night and 9 rain days in March, pack for cold. Your plan builds this list for you and updates it when you change the dates.

Comfortable walking shoes
A proper coat, gloves and a hat
A packable rain jacket or umbrella
A travel adapter for your chargers

Getting there

The quickest way is from London Gatwick: you're in Andalusia in about 2 h 26 on a direct flight. Direct flights leave from 2 UK airports. The nearest airport is Seville Airport (SVQ), 5 miles away.

SVQSeville Airport5 miles to the destination
XRYJerez Airport46 miles to the destination

Flight times from UK airports
From	Flight time	To	Direct flight
London Gatwick LGW	about 2 h 26	SVQ	Direct
London Stansted STN	about 2 h 32	SVQ	Direct
Bristol BRS	about 2 h 25	SVQ
London Heathrow LHR	about 2 h 28	SVQ
London Luton LTN	about 2 h 31	SVQ
Birmingham BHX	about 2 h 34	SVQ
Manchester MAN	about 2 h 40	SVQ
Glasgow GLA	about 2 h 58	SVQ
Edinburgh EDI	about 2 h 59	SVQ

Flight times estimated from the distance, direct routes from OpenTravelData.

Travel advice for Spain

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Prices for Andalusia

Stays, tours and flights for Andalusia show their live price from our partners, in your currency, right below. We never estimate a price: what you see is what the partner charges today.

Turn a resort holiday into a varied trip

The strongest all-inclusive plans combine the convenience of a resort with several reasons to step out. Use one day for the coast, another for Andalusian culture and a third for food. A plan built around different experiences feels more rewarding than spending every day inside the same holiday complex.

Keep transfers comfortable by grouping nearby activities and avoiding excessive changes of base. When you return to the resort, leave a little space before the evening meal. Children can use that time for the pool or supervised play, giving adults a chance to slow down too.

HolidayWow draws each day as a route on the map, with stops placed in order. You can move a visit to another day, replace an activity or choose a relaxed pace. The plan checker reorders the day after each edit, so the route remains practical when your plans change.

Plan from the UK and organise every detail

UK travellers can start planning with a month rather than fixed dates, then add dates when the holiday takes shape. From London Heathrow, Andalusia is 1,009 miles away, while Manchester is 1,116 miles away. Live distance information also helps you compare departure airports before making a booking decision.

The Bank Holiday planner can help you assess public holidays and leave days when you want to extend a UK break. Many families receive 28 days of annual leave, and school holidays such as half term, Easter and summer can shape the most suitable travel window for children.

Use the trip budget, packing list, document vault and live partner links to keep the holiday in one place. Stays, tours, transport and flights appear through partner links with live prices or a live price check. The plan is free to download and organise, and one sharing link lets everyone view, comment or vote.

Andalusia: frequently asked questions

What does an all-inclusive holiday in Andalusia include?

An all-inclusive holiday normally combines accommodation with meals, drinks and selected on-site activities. The exact inclusions vary by resort, so check the live details before booking. HolidayWow places current partner prices and booking links inside the plan, helping you compare the stay and understand what your chosen resort provides.

Which Andalusia months suit an all-inclusive family holiday?

May, June, September and October suit many families because they combine warm daytime weather with comfortable opportunities for excursions. July and August offer the highest temperatures and abundant sunshine. The plan includes monthly climate guidance, helping you choose a season that fits your preferred balance of pool time, walking and local days out.

Can I stay at one resort and still explore Andalusia?

Yes. One resort is a practical base for families and couples because it keeps meals, relaxation and the return journey simple. Add a few day trips for beaches, culture or food, then keep other days at the resort. HolidayWow places the excursions and daily routes on a map so each day remains easy to understand.

Can I edit an all-inclusive plan after I start it?

You can move stops between days, swap activities and change the pace at any point. The planner offers relaxed, balanced and packed daily structures, then reorders the route after each edit. This makes it straightforward to respond to the weather, children’s energy or a change in what the group wants to do.

Does HolidayWow show live prices for Andalusia?

HolidayWow shows live partner prices or a live price check for relevant stays, tours, transport and flights. Booking links open in your language and currency, keeping the research and booking process together. The app is free to download and plan with, while the page helps you check current options before making a decision.

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