easyJet is adding seven new winter routes from five UK airports. They include direct flights from northern England to Reykjavík, Nuremberg, Kraków, Copenhagen and Marrakech, with launches between October and early November 2026. Christmas markets, Northern Lights hunting and North African sunshine are now a short hop from home.
The easyJet new routes winter programme mixes festive city breaks with warmer escapes. Most of the action is at Newcastle, which gains three destinations at once.
easyJet new routes winter 2026: what’s launching and where from
Here is the line-up for travellers in the North West and North East. The schedules below are based on Travel and Tour World, which cites a 4 November 2026 report, together with Newcastle Airport’s launch details:
- Liverpool to Reykjavík: started on 2 November 2026 and flies twice weekly, on Mondays and Fridays, through the winter.
- Manchester to Nuremberg: twice-weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays run until early January 2027. Return fares were quoted from £64 per person.
- Newcastle to Kraków: launched in October 2026 and flies on Mondays and Fridays. One-way fares were reported from £25.99.
- Newcastle to Marrakech: scheduled to launch on 3 November 2026 and flies on Tuesdays and Saturdays. easyJet advertised introductory one-way fares from £36.99 when bookings opened, and a later report quoted fares from £22.99.
- Newcastle to Copenhagen: starts on 5 November 2026 and flies on Thursdays and Sundays.
The rest of the expansion reaches into the South East and includes a domestic connection to Belfast. Check easyJet’s website for the exact airports and dates on those services.
Festive city breaks: Nuremberg, Kraków and Copenhagen
Nuremberg is the headline act for Christmas lovers. Its Christkindlesmarkt traditionally fills the Hauptmarkt, the central square, with decorated wooden stalls offering regional crafts, festive ornaments and traditional food.
Beyond the market, the medieval Old Town, the castle and the museums give you plenty to explore. Monday and Friday flights fit neatly around a long weekend. Hotels near the Old Town get pricey on the busiest market weekends, so book your room and any favourite restaurants early.
Kraków suits a winter break with plenty of history in it. Start in the Main Market Square, then take in Wawel Royal Castle, St Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall. The Kazimierz district tells the story of the city’s Jewish community and is also a good area for dinner.
Outside the city, the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum offers an important educational visit. Approach it with respect and book admission through the site’s official visitor services. Hotel rates in Kraków tend to climb over Christmas and New Year compared with ordinary winter weekdays.
Copenhagen offers a Nordic city break of historic waterfront districts, modern architecture and a well-regarded food scene. The colourful houses of Nyhavn are among its most recognisable sights.
Northern Lights and winter sun: Reykjavík and Marrakech
The Liverpool service to Reykjavík arrives in the heart of aurora season. According to Iceland’s official tourism organisation, daylight shrinks to around four hours near the December solstice. Those long nights improve your chances of seeing the Northern Lights, but cloud cover, solar activity and the weather all play a part.
Treat a sighting as a bonus rather than the whole point of the trip, and allow at least three nights. Between excursions, visit Hallgrímskirkja, the church whose design echoes Iceland’s basalt formations. Harpa Concert Hall on the waterfront is also worth seeing, and the geothermal pools and lagoons around the capital are welcome on a cold day.
For milder weather, Newcastle’s new Marrakech link heads south. Spend your days in the souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa square, then visit Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque and the Majorelle Garden. Riads and rooftop restaurants add to the appeal, and the Atlas Mountains are within reach for excursions.
Daytime conditions are generally gentler than in northern Europe, but evenings can turn chilly, especially in December and January. Pack a warm layer for dinner.
Booking tips: fares, bags and paperwork
- Headline fares are limited. The £36.99 Marrakech price was introductory and published at the start of sales, so it won’t be on offer for every date.
- Look at the full price. Compare the total cost, including luggage and optional extras, rather than the lowest headline fare.
- Confirm the details. Double-check schedules, seat availability and current prices with easyJet before you book.
- Morocco entry rules. Check Morocco’s entry requirements for the passport you will travel on.
- Packages are an option. easyJet also sells flight-and-hotel packages, including stays in Marrakech.
Why it matters for UK travellers
For many holidaymakers in the North, the biggest win is not having to travel to London first. easyJet opened its eleventh UK base at Newcastle International Airport in March 2026. The airport says the base supports around 1,200 jobs, including 140 pilot and cabin crew roles.
The mix of routes means one regional airport can now offer a Polish heritage weekend, a Danish city break and Moroccan sunshine in the same season. Twice-weekly schedules also make it easier to plan both short breaks and longer stays.
Planning a trip? If the new Newcastle flights have you thinking about souks and riads, browse our Marrakech holidays. For a festive escape, take a look at our Germany holidays, which pair Christmas markets with time in historic old towns.
FAQs
When do easyJet’s Newcastle to Marrakech flights start?
The Newcastle to Marrakech route was scheduled to begin on 3 November 2026. Newcastle Airport confirmed the date when it announced the service on 15 April 2026. Flights run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, so they suit both short city breaks and longer stays in Morocco during the winter.
How much are easyJet flights from Manchester to Nuremberg?
Return fares on the new Manchester to Nuremberg route were quoted from £64 per person. Flights operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, through to early January 2027, covering the Christmas market season. Prices change with demand, so confirm fares and availability with easyJet before you book, especially for busy December weekends.
Which new easyJet winter routes fly from Newcastle?
Newcastle has three new easyJet routes this winter. Kraków launched in October 2026 and flies on Mondays and Fridays. Marrakech was scheduled to begin on 3 November and flies on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Copenhagen starts on 5 November 2026, with departures on Thursdays and Sundays, giving the North East plenty of fresh winter options.
