New routes from Newcastle International Airport to Lisbon and Rome announced by easyJet
easyJet has announced new routes from Newcastle International Airport to the capital cities of Italy and Portugal later this year, with seats now on sale.
The Newcastle to Rome flights will start on March 30 so families can make the most of the Easter holidays and flights to Lisbon will start on June 22, with both new routes operating on Mondays and Fridays.
The airline will open its new three-aircraft base at the airport in March. This has enabled it to further expand its Newcastle network – with a total of 14 new routes taking off this year, meaning the airline now offers 22 routes from Newcastle.
Brand new services launching this year include Newcastle to Antalya, Corfu, Dalaman, Enfidha, Faro, Malta, Prague, Reus, Rhodes, Sharm-El-Sheikh, Nice, Tenerife and now Lisbon and Rome.
Kevin Doyle, UK country manager at easyJet, said: “We’re excited to be launching two more routes and package holidays from our new base at Newcastle Airport to two of Europe’s popular destinations, providing customers in the North East, Southern Scotland, North Yorkshire and Cumbria with even more choice and connectivity.
“Whether they’re looking for a cultural city getaway or relaxing beach break, we look forward to welcoming them onboard.”
easyJet holidays will offer packages to both Lisbon and Rome, with hundreds of hotels available to choose from.
Leon McQuaid, director of aviation development at Newcastle International Airport, said: “Lisbon is a brand-new destination from Newcastle Airport and one we’ve been keen to deliver for the region on the back of strong customer demand and feedback – so it’s fantastic to see flights and package holidays now on sale alongside easyJet’s new route to Rome.
“These services further strengthen easyJet’s growing network from Newcastle Airport with 22 routes now available, providing even more choice for the region.
“With just two months to go until easyJet opens its new base, this investment is not only delivering exciting new routes but will also bring significant economic benefits to the North East, including creating 130 direct jobs and supporting around 1,200 UK jobs in total as well as attracting more visitors to the region.”
Seats on the new routes are now on sale and available to book at easyJet.com and via the mobile app.