A logistics question (with proof)
Same-day return flights in Europe
Yes — same day return flights are possible on many European routes. The trick is timing: you need an early outbound, a late inbound, and realistic airport buffers (security, passport control, and transfers).
Last updated: 13/03/2026
How it works
We look for 0‑night itineraries (out and back on the same calendar day) that return to the same origin airport.
When it’s worth it
Great for events, meetings, exhibitions, and “I just want a change of scenery” days — especially when fares are low and flight times line up.
Same-day examples (next 30 days)
These aren’t “inspiration” picks — they’re proof that 0‑night travel can work when timings align.
London Gatwick (LGW) → Faro
Same-day return • Portugal • FAO
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 17 Mar (Tue)
Cheapest return seen: £44
London Gatwick (LGW) → Dublin
Same-day return • Ireland • DUB
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 25 Mar (Wed)
Cheapest return seen: £46
London Heathrow (LHR) → Dublin
Same-day return • Ireland • DUB
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 01 Apr (Wed)
Cheapest return seen: £93
London Heathrow (LHR) → Stuttgart
Same-day return • Germany • STR
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 20 Mar (Fri)
Cheapest return seen: £116
London Stansted (STN) → Dublin
Same-day return • Ireland • DUB
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 08 Apr (Wed)
Cheapest return seen: £28
London Stansted (STN) → Milan
Same-day return • Italy • BGY
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 17 Mar (Tue)
Cheapest return seen: £42
London Luton (LTN) → Dublin
Same-day return • Ireland • DUB
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 01 Apr (Wed)
Cheapest return seen: £32
London Luton (LTN) → Milan
Same-day return • Italy • MXP
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 16 Mar (Mon)
Cheapest return seen: £45
Manchester (MAN) → Dublin
Same-day return • Ireland • DUB
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 26 Mar (Thu)
Cheapest return seen: £30
Manchester (MAN) → Madrid
Same-day return • Spain • MAD
Return same dayReturn to same airport
Example day: 15 Mar (Sun)
Cheapest return seen: £62