Jet2 announces expansion of city break destinations from Belfast
Those looking for the sun of Spain can reach Murcia via flights to Alicante Airport from Belfast, with city breaks available to book now and all year-round for summer 25, winter 25/26 and summer 26.
They describe the destination as being jam-packed with charm, culture and cosmopolitan vibes and offering 'lovely plazas, beautiful architecture and cosy tapas bars offering delicious local cuisine'.
Meanwhile, city break packages are available to book to the Austrian city from 20th December 2025 to 21st March 2026 from Belfast International Airport, with weekly Saturday services operating during this time.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: 'We are seeing strong demand for city breaks for this year and next, so we have responded by expanding our Jet2CityBreaks portfolio.
"The introduction of Murcia as a new city break destination from Belfast International Airport, as well as putting packages on sale to Salzburg means we are offering customers and independent travel agents a fantastic selection of cultural hotspots to choose from.
"As the largest operator of European city breaks, we know that today's announcement will be welcome news to customers looking to enjoy a city break escape no matter what time of the year.'
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