EasyJet Launches Nine New UK Routes for Winter 2026-27
EasyJet unveils nine new winter routes from UK airports, including Belfast-Rome, Luton-Ljubljana and Newcastle-Reykjavik, starting late October 2026.
EasyJet has announced a major expansion of its UK winter network, unveiling nine brand-new routes for the 2026-27 season. The low-cost carrier will connect British travellers with city-break favourites and adventure destinations across Europe, with most services launching from late October 2026 and operating twice weekly. The move strengthens easyJet's position in regional UK airports and offers travellers fresh options for winter sun, culture and Northern Lights getaways.
Nine new winter connections from across the UK
According to Business Travel News Europe, the nine new routes spread easyJet's reach across multiple UK airports. Highlights include Belfast to Rome, giving Northern Irish travellers a direct link to the Italian capital, and Luton to Ljubljana, opening up Slovenia's compact, picturesque capital to London-based passengers without a connection. Perhaps the most eye-catching addition is Newcastle to Reykjavik, putting Iceland's geothermal landscapes, glaciers and Northern Lights within easy reach of the North East of England during peak aurora season.
Most of the new services will operate twice weekly from late October 2026, slotting neatly into the winter schedule when demand for short city breaks and seasonal escapes typically rises. The twice-weekly cadence also makes long weekends and four-night trips particularly straightforward to plan.
What it means for European travellers
For travellers based in the UK, the expansion means more direct options without the need to route through London hubs. Belfast passengers can fly straight to Rome instead of connecting via Stansted or Gatwick. Newcastle gains a rare direct link to Iceland, a destination that has been booming in popularity for winter tourism. And Luton's Ljubljana route taps into growing interest in Central European city breaks, where Slovenia offers a quieter alternative to Prague or Budapest.
The launch also fits a broader pattern across European aviation in 2026. As reported by MSN, airlines are rolling out hundreds of new routes this year, with Europe leading international growth. Carriers are betting heavily on point-to-point regional connectivity, and easyJet's UK expansion is a clear example of that trend in action — bringing more leisure-focused flying to secondary airports rather than concentrating capacity in the biggest hubs.
Planning your trip with Solvoya
If you're already eyeing a winter escape, now is a good time to compare options. With low-cost carriers expanding aggressively, fares on these new routes can shift quickly once bookings open. Solvoya lets you compare flight prices alongside trains and buses across Europe — useful when your destination has multiple ways to get there, or when you want to combine a flight with onward rail travel once you land.
You can also use the Solvoya Explorer to discover where you can fly from your home airport on a flexible budget, or our Points and Miles search if you're considering redeeming loyalty currency for these new routes.
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