If you're not quite ready to pack away your flip-flops, Wizz Air has the perfect solution for a last-minute autumn sun . The budget-friendly airline has been busy crunching numbers to find the warmest and most spacious for a late-season Wizz Air's experts have sifted through over 50 European countries, comparing their top sandy spots based on how crowded they get. They've come up with a clever formula that measures each beach, factors in the size of a beach towel, and divides it by the average daily footfall, reports .

This nifty calculation gives an idea of the elbow room you'll have per person. They've then matched this info with temperature stats and daylight hours for September, October and November, ranking each destination out of 50. The higher the score, the better the beach break.

They've unveiled the best places to stretch out summer vibes, promising ample space and ace weather conditions. Andras Rado, the communications guru at Wizz Air, shared: "While many know Europe's iconic beach spots like Ibiza or the Algarve, there are countless hidden coastal gems that often go unnoticed." He added: "At Wizz Air, we're passionate about helping travellers discover these lesser-known treasures, from secluded coves in Croatia to sandy stretches in Albania, away from the crowds.

" Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, tops the list as the best spot for some last-minute sunshine before autumn sets in. Despite being one of the most popular beaches in Cyprus, its 600-metre stretch ensur.