EasyJet opens new base at regional UK airport – flying to 20 destinations this summer including Portugal, Spain & Italy

This resort in Tunisia boasts a beachfront location plus three outdoor pools.It will serve flights to the following destinations: Alicante, Palma, Malaga, Paris (CDG), Amsterdam, Faro, Geneva, Gran Canaria, Malta, Pisa, Dalman, Enfidha, Almeria, Reus, Antalya, Tenerife, Marrakech.

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We reveal a week long package deal to Tenerife that costs just £383 per personCredit: getty
Portugal, Algarve, Faro District, Tavira, view of the Church of Santiago, which dates back to the thirteenth century, when it replaced a mosque on the site.
Now, holidaymakers can fly from Southend Airport to gorgeous destinations such as Faro in PortugalCredit: getty
2AK3CFR Easyjet Aircraft Parked at Terminal Southend Airport on a Bright January Day
The airport will serve flights to 20 different locationsCredit: getty

If you book via easyJet’s website you can get your flights and hotel in one easy package.Tenerife is the largest of Spain‘s Canary Islands off West Africa with sands ranging in colour from yellow to black.EasyJet and its package holiday division easyJet Holidays are anticipating record demand this summer.Picture al fresco tables spilling onto the sand and live music accompany big plates of tapas.

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Catch holidaymakers relaxing on the beach, soaking up the sunshine and paddling in the warm Mediterranean sea.Southend Airport in Essex will run 122 flights per week, more than twice as many as last year, to leisure destinations across Europe and north Africa.This North African country is known for its ancient architecture, souks and blue coasts.The airline said basing three A320neo aircraft at the Essex airport will support a total of around 1,200 jobs.

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It’s also known for its Carnival de Santa Cruz, a large pre-lent festival with parades, music and dancing.It resumed operations in May 2022 without basing planes there until Monday.

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It’s situated just 0.7km from the beach and places an emphasis on sustainability.

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Meanwhile, flights to Malaga start at just £19.99.Plus, three new destinations: Barcelona, Salzburg and Lanzarote.EasyJet stopped operating flights at Southend airport in September 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.It’s a year-round destination, however, easyJet recommends visiting in March and April if looking to hike in cooler temperatures.There are over 2,164 holidays to be had with easyJet, starting from Southend Airport.Holidaymakers could travel to Faro in Portugal for as little as £14.99.For example, a seven night stay for two people at the Hilton Skanes Monastir Beach Resort, plus flights, costs just £397 per person.The cheapest month at present is September, but easyJet claims the best time to visit is in June, July and August.

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Meanwhile, flights to Lanzarote will operate three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from October 27.The Algarve is known for its Atlantic beaches and golf resorts.Garry Wilson, easyJet Holidays chief executive, said: “With flights and thousands of package holidays now available to 20 destinations from London Southend, this will not only enable us to serve many more customers, providing value and more choice, but also supports critical connectivity and jobs for the UK, as we get set for our biggest ever summer.”Flights to Barcelona will operate twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays from October 26.Meanwhile, a week’s stay at the Playa De La Arena, Sholeo Lodges los Gigantes in Tenerife for two, costs just £383 per person.The new Salzburg service will operate twice weekly on Saturdays throughout the winter, from December 6.It offers a variety of restaurants, including a buffet and two a la carte options.Plus, a 23kg bag and transfers are included with beach breaks.This resort boasts sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and La Gomera Island.At present, flights are cheapest in April, May and June, dipping once again in September.

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EASYJET has opened its 10th UK base – offering access to 20 different holiday hotspots.EasyJet is also the airline with the largest capacity at Southend airport.

*** FREE FOR EDITORIAL USE *** A view of destination flavoured ice cream, part of a limited edition ‘jet-lato’ range developed by easyJet and easyJet holidays to celebrate the opening of their new base at London Southend Airport. Issue date: Monday March 31, 2025. The flavours, which have been chosen to invoke the destinations which customers can now travel to with flights and package holidays departing from Southend airport, include ‘Escargot’ (France – Paris) , ‘Spicy Tagine’ (Morocco – Marrakech) , ‘Cacio e pepe’ (Italy - Pisa), ‘Sangria and Chocolate’ (Spain - Alicante, Almeria, Gran Caria, Malaga, Palma, Reus, Tenerife) and ‘Pastel de Nata’ (Portugal – Faro). The new base at London Southend will support around 1,200 jobs including 140 direct jobs for pilots and cabin crew. Photo credit should read: Joe Pepler/PinPep
EasyJet has created a limited edition gelato range to celebrate the opening of their new base at London Southend AirportCredit: Joe Pepler/PinPep
Malaga City, Spain, Europe. Malaga Cathedral and the walls of Alcazaba at dusk. Elevated view
Flights to Malaga start at just £19.99Credit: getty
Praia do Camilo, Lagos, Faro district, Algarve, Portugal.
The Praia do Camila is a stunning beach in Lagos, within the Faro districtCredit: getty

List of flights from Southend

  • Alicante
  • Palma
  • Malaga
  • Paris (CDG)
  • Amsterdam
  • Faro
  • Geneva
  • Gran Canaria
  • Malta
  • Pisa
  • Dalman
  • Enfidha
  • Almeria
  • Reus
  • Antalya
  • Tenerife
  • Marrakech
  • Barcelona
  • Salzburg
  • Lanzarote

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