EasyJet Plans 11 New Routes from Newcastle for Summer 2026

NEWCASTLE- In a major development for UK regional aviation, British low-cost carrier easyJet (U2) has announced a bunch of new routes from the new base at Newcastle Airport (NCL).

From the start of the Summer 2026 (S26) season, the airline will launch a wave of new international routes. This will boost connectivity from Newcastle to popular holiday and city break destinations across Europe and North Africa.

Meanwhile, easyJet continues to grow its UK footprint. The airline is adding capacity outside its traditional strong bases like Gatwick, Luton, and Manchester.

Newcastle has seen increasing demand in recent years. While easyJet has served Newcastle in the past with seasonal and limited-frequency routes, the decision to place aircraft and crew at NCL marks a new chapter for the airline in the region.

Photo: easyJet

easyJet Newcastle Routes

easyJet will launch a total of 11 international routes from Newcastle Airport, spread across city breaks and sun destinations. These new routes will begin in late March and continue launching through early August 2025.

Here’s a closer look at the new destinations and their start dates:

1. Nice – Starting 31 March, twice weekly
   A scenic gateway to the French Riviera, Nice adds a strong city break option for travelers.
2. Corfu – Starting 30 March, twice weekly
   A favourite among UK holidaymakers, the Greek island of Corfu is now within easy reach.
3. Rhodes – Starting 31 March, twice weekly
   Another Greek gem, ideal for late spring and summer beach holidays.
4. Malta – Starting 30 March, thrice weekly
   A year-round destination, Malta offers culture, sunshine, and Mediterranean charm.
5. Faro – Starting 31 March, thrice weekly
   The Algarve region’s gateway remains one of the UK’s most loved summer destinations.
6. Dalaman – Starting 31 March, twice weekly
   Turkish coastal regions like Dalaman attract tourists seeking a mix of beaches and culture.
7. Antalya – Starting 1 April, twice weekly
   Another key Turkish hotspot has been added to the Newcastle route map.
8. Tunisia – Starting 2 April, twice weekly.
   Tunisia continues to rebound in popularity; easyJet’s move signals growing confidence in the market.
9. Reus (Spain) – Starting 1 August, twice weekly.
   Situated near Barcelona and the Costa Dorada, Reus is a new addition for the peak summer season.
10. Prague – Starting 2 August, twice weekly
    A classic European city break destination, perfect for culture and nightlife.
11. Sharm el Sheikh – Starting 3 August, twice weekly
    The Red Sea resort joins easyJet’s network, offering diving and year-round sun.

The addition of these routes shows that easyJet is confident in Newcastle as a strategic leisure hub. The diversity of destinations—from Eastern Europe to North Africa— also shows a well-balanced route strategy.

Photo- Alan Wilson; Wikimedia Commons

Bottom Line

By launching these new flights in March and August, easyJet can capture both the early holiday planning crowd and peak summer demand. This phased rollout also allows the airline to test performance ahead of potential frequency increases.

easyJet’s decision to launch 11 new international routes by Summer 2026 is a significant boost for travelers in the region. The group already serves eight routes from Newcastle.

With a strong mix of destinations and consistent frequencies, this marks the beginning of a much larger role for Newcastle Airport in the European travel market.

easyJet will base 3 aircraft in Newcastle from March 2026. The airline might base a few more aircraft from August 2026. This new base will be the 11^th hub for the airline in the U.K.

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