Valentine's Day. Photo: Shutterstock Valentine’s Day will fall on a Saturday this year, which can only mean one thing: couples are ready to pack their bags for a long romantic getaway weekend. As always, airlines have been experiencing a surge in bookings for mid-February, with romantic city breaks and long-haul escapes in the lead, with special assistance from a long list of holiday promotions from European, American, Asian, Middle-Eastern, and African airlines.
Paris .Photo: Master1305 / ShutterstockSo where are lovers flying? From Paris and Venice to Dubai and Bali, travelers are targeting destinations that offer both charm and convenience.
Couple in Venice. Photo: fokke baarssen / ShutterstockSome, and for good, are particularly interested in what to expect when boarding the plane, and airlines like Emirates with their small gift boxes, soft, red cabin lighting, delicious desserts, and festive drinks offer top romance in the air, well before reaching the destinations.
Therme Bucharest. Photo: Altug Galip / ShutterstockEurope remains the go-to for short romantic breaks, with Paris, Rome, and Venice continuing to top the list thanks to a mix of culture, history, and classic romantic vibes, as well as emerging destinations like Bucharest thanks to the iconic Therme Bucharest, the largest wellness and relaxation center in Europe, and the affordable luxury hotels in the city, Prague, Budapest, and Seville, for their unparalleled charm, lower fares and less crowded streets, and Tulum, Mexico, thanks to boutique resorts and Instagram-worthy beaches.
Tulum, Mexico. Photo: Pandora Pictures / ShutterstockHere’s a quick roundup of Valentine’s Day–themed airline promotions from major carriers across Europe, Asia, the United States, the Middle East, and Africa, as of today, February 13, 2026:
Air Serbia offers a Valentine’s special available over February 14- 15 at the company's office in Galerija Shopping Mall, or the Contact Centre: buy one ticket at a regular price and get the second ticket at 50% off for couples, valid on flights to approximately 20 European and trans-Atlantic destinations.
Turkish Airlines offers up to 40% off economy and varying discounts by route, especially within Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with promo bookings from February 10–14, with a travel window between February 10 and March 20, 2026. To unlock maximum discount, the promotion requires booking for two passengers on the same PNR.
Eurowings' Valentine’s Day deals include discounts between 5% up to €80 and 10% up to €150, valid on selected European flights booked by February 14 for travel through June 30, 2026.
Dan Air offers a 10% discounts on all flights, including on newly announced routes. The promotion is valid until February 15 at 23:59. Travel period: until October 24, 2026.
Ryanair offers significant flight discounts, including up to 20% off from select airports like Shannon. The airline is running flash sales, such as £35-£39 return flights to destinations like Brussels, Venice, and Pisa, alongside Valentine's-themed gift cards for travelers.
Wizz Air offered a 24-hour flash sale featuring a 25% discount on fares for bookings of between two and four passengers.
Emirates: Besides the previously mentioned romantic atmosphere in the cabins and the very special food and drink menu, the airline also lets you send surprise treats (cake, champagne package) to your loved one’s seat, or "enjoy a magic moment together when you fly from Dubai in Economy Class and Premium Economy".
Qatar Airways displays special Valentine’s fares running February 12–18, 2026, up to 10% off base fare when two tickets are bought together, valid for travel May–November 2026 between Japan (Tokyo/Osaka) and Europe, Africa & Middle East destinations.
Beyond Japan-origin fares, a separate Valentine’s promotion advertises up to ~20% off select flights booked by February 14 with travel through November 2026.
Azerbaijan Airlines offers 35% off base fare with promo code “LOVEFLYING” when booked between February 13–14, 2026. The promotion applies to Economy, Premium, and Business on regular international flights and is valid for departures through June 15, 2026.
Ethiopian Airlines runs a 15% Valentine's discount off international fares as part of its 80th anniversary for flights booked by February 14, 2026 for travel up to May 31, 2026.
China Airlines offers a Valentine’s Day campaign with special fares starting from US$681 on select Asia routes, including Bangkok and Taipei. Some flights include romantic onboard touches and limited travel windows.
Malaysia Airlines has announced the "Time for Journeys Together" campaign with special return fares starting from £569 for Economy Class and £2,929 for Business Class. The promo is valid for bookings made between February 10 and 23, 2026, covering travel from February 10 to November 30, 2026, with flights departing from London Heathrow.
Air India and Air India Express are running Valentine's Day promotions for 2026, featuring up to 20% off flights, 8% off gift cards until Feb 15, and 2X Maharaja Points on partner, Ferns N Petals, and Healthians purchases through February 28, 2026.
American Airlines is running the American Airlines Vacations package that allows you to book a flight, hotel, and even rent a car simultaneously , alongside a special Valentine's offer that can save you up to $200 on your package.
Delta Air Lines has repared 2X bonus SkyMiles on gift card purchases of $200 or more through February 16, 2026, alongside Flash Sales on award travel, including international destinations like Europe for as low as 26K SkyMiles.
United Airlines offers social media giveaways for free flights, including the #UnitedByLove contest, where you can write a napkin love note in the comment section for a chance to win two flight tickets. Travelers can also check United Packages for bundled flight and hotel deals.
Some discounts require two passengers on the same booking for max savings.
Always check fare inclusions and blackout dates before purchase.
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