EasyJet Announces 13 New Routes from UK Airports This Winter

From Red Sea sunshine to Arctic adventures, easyJet's biggest winter expansion yet gives British travellers more ways to fly direct from their local airport.

EasyJet has announced 13 new winter routes from airports across the United Kingdom, opening up a wider range of direct flight options for British travellers this season. The new services operate from eight UK airports, including Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Newcastle, London Luton, London Southend and Newquay, connecting passengers to destinations across Egypt, Finland, Iceland, Denmark, Spain, Germany, Switzerland and France.

The expansion is a significant development for regional air travel in the UK. With more direct routes now available from local airports, passengers across the country can avoid the added time and cost of travelling to busier London hubs before heading abroad. For many regional travellers, that convenience alone makes a considerable difference when planning a winter getaway.​​​​​​​

Two of the most exciting additions to easyJet's winter schedule are its brand-new routes to Egypt, catering directly to the strong British appetite for winter sunshine and cultural travel. Manchester gains a direct flight to Cairo, operating into Sphinx International Airport, which sits conveniently close to the Pyramids of Giza and the historic landmarks of western Cairo. EasyJet has confirmed it will be the only airline flying direct between Manchester and Sphinx airport, making this a genuinely distinctive option for northern England travellers planning a cultural Egyptian holiday.

Newcastle also picks up a new direct service to Hurghada, the well-loved Red Sea resort city that consistently attracts large numbers of British visitors each winter. Known for its reliable warm temperatures, sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and world-class diving, Hurghada offers something for everyone — whether travelling as a family, a couple or independently. Both Egypt routes are expected to prove extremely popular with passengers seeking an affordable and accessible winter sun escape.,,

EasyJet's new Finnish Lapland routes are among the most eagerly awaited additions in the entire winter schedule. Flights to Kittilä will operate from both London Luton and Liverpool. At the same time, Newcastle gains its own direct service to Rovaniemi — the capital of Finnish Lapland, situated on the Arctic Circle and home to the world-famous Santa Claus Village.

These routes bring one of Europe's most breathtaking winter destinations within easier reach of a wider UK audience. Lapland's appeal is broad, offering Northern Lights experiences, husky safaris, snowmobile adventures, and unforgettable festive activities for families and couples alike.​​​​​​​

Cornwall Airport Newquay makes history with easyJet's first-ever international service from the airport, launching a seasonal flight to Geneva aimed at ski travellers and winter sports fans heading to the Swiss Alps. Further additions include London Luton to Strasbourg, London Southend to Edinburgh, Birmingham to Copenhagen, and Liverpool to Reykjavik.

British travellers are heading into winter with more direct flight options than ever before, covering everything from winter sun and city breaks to ski holidays and Arctic escapes.

For help finding and booking the right flight, get in touch with Crystal Travel's experienced travel agents today.​​​​​​​