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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
EasyJet to launch 11 new routes from UK airport including Greek islands and African beach resorts
Plus, new EU rules mean Brits will now get LESS compensation if their flight is delayed TAKE OFF EasyJet to launch 11 new routes from UK airport including Greek islands and African beach resorts Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASYJET is launching 11 new flight routes from a new base airport in the UK next year. The new routes will operate from Newcastle Airport. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 EasyJet is launching 11 new routes from Newcastle Airport Credit: AFP 4 Destinations include beach spots such as Corfu and Malta Credit: Getty 4 There are also city spots such as Prague and Nice Credit: Getty Alongside the current eight routes from Newcastle Airport, a number of new beach and city destinations are being launched across Europe and Africa. This includes flights to Greek islands Corfu and Rhodes, as well as Malta, Faro in Portugal, Reus, Nice and Prague. Turkey will be getting new routes to Dalaman and Antalya, while African routes included Tunisia and Sharm el Sheik in Egypt. EasyJet will base three aircraft at Newcastle Airport from March 2026 and could add more in August 2026. While flights will be on sale in the next few months, holidays can be booked on the website already. One of the holidays on offer is a seven night break at the 3* Ukino Terrace in Faro on a Self Catering basis for £402 per person when flying from April 7, 2026. Alternatively, you could jet off to Reus on September 26, 2026, on a half-board basis for a seven-night break at the 3* Best Mediterraneo for £513pp. All holidays include 23kg of luggage as well as transfers. If you prefer city breaks, you could instead head to Nice or Prague. For £341 per person, you could stay two nights at the 3* Monsigny in Nice on a Room Only basis. from Newcastle on April 12, 2026. EasyJet cabin bag rules explained - and which items you can take for free When will the new flights launch from Newcastle Airport? Different route launch dates and how often they will run Nice – March 31 and will run twice weekly Corfu – March 30 and will run twice weekly Rhodes – March 31 and will run twice weekly Malta – March 30 and will run thrice weekly Faro – March 31 and will run thrice weekly Dalaman – March 31 and will run twice weekly Antalya –April 1 and will run twice weekly Tunisia – April 2 and will run twice weekly Reus (Spain) – August 1 and will run twice weekly Prague – August 2 and will run twice weekly Sharm el Sheikh – August 3 and will run twice weekly For Prague, you could head off on September 24, 2026, for a three night bed-and-breakfast stay at the 4* Ariston and Ariston Patio Hotel for £324 per person. Natasha Marson, head of trade distribution at easyJet holidays, said: "We're thrilled to offer thousands of new package holidays to our valued trade customers in the North East." A Hawaii-like island in Europe has also got new easyJet flights from the UK. The new route from London Luton Airport to Funchal on the Portuguese island of Maderia will operate twice each week throughout the summer season, on Mondays and Fridays. The Atlantic Ocean island, off the north west coast of Africa, is known for its beautiful volcanic landscapes. There is also the Laurisilva forest - a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers exceptional hiking opportunities. Plus, new EU rules mean Brits will now get LESS compensation if their flight is delayed.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
EasyJet to launch 11 new routes from UK airport including Greek islands and African beach resorts
EASYJET is launching 11 new flight routes from a new base airport in the UK next year. The Newcastle Airport. 4 EasyJet is launching 11 new routes from Newcastle Airport Credit: AFP 4 Destinations include beach spots such as Corfu and Malta Credit: Getty 4 There are also city spots such as Prague and Nice Credit: Getty Alongside the current eight routes from Newcastle Airport, a number of new beach and city destinations are being launched across Europe and Africa . This includes flights to Greek islands Corfu and Rhodes, as well as Malta, Portugal , Reus, Nice and Prague. Turkey will be getting new routes to Dalaman and Antalya, while African routes included Tunisia and Egypt . EasyJet will base three aircraft at Newcastle Airport from March 2026 and could add more in August 2026. Read more on easyJet While flights will be on sale in the next few months, holidays can be booked on the website already. One of the holidays on offer is a seven night break at the 3* Ukino Terrace in Faro on a Self Catering basis for £402 per person when flying from April 7, 2026. Alternatively, you could jet off to Reus on September 26, 2026, on a half-board basis for a seven-night break at the 3* Best Mediterraneo for £513pp. All holidays include 23kg of luggage as well as transfers. Most read in News Travel If you prefer city breaks, you could instead head to Nice or Prague. For £341 per person, you could stay two nights at the 3* Monsigny in Nice on a Room Only basis. from Newcastle on April 12, 2026. EasyJet cabin bag rules explained - and which items you can take for free When will the new flights launch from Newcastle Airport? Different route launch dates and how often they will run Nice – March 31 and will run twice weekly Corfu – March 30 and will run twice weekly Rhodes – March 31 and will run twice weekly Malta – March 30 and will run thrice weekly Faro – March 31 and will run thrice weekly Dalaman – March 31 and will run twice weekly Antalya –April 1 and will run twice weekly Tunisia – April 2 and will run twice weekly Reus (Spain) – August 1 and will run twice weekly Prague – August 2 and will run twice weekly Sharm el Sheikh – August 3 and will run twice weekly For Natasha Marson, head of trade distribution at easyJet holidays, said: "We're thrilled to offer thousands of new package holidays to our valued trade customers in the North East." A The new route from London Luton Airport to Funchal on the Portuguese island of summer season, on Mondays and Fridays. The Atlantic Ocean island, off the north west coast of There is also the Laurisilva forest - a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers exceptional Plus, 4 Flights across the new routes will be on sale on in the coming months Credit: AFP
