Southend Airport is bouncing back in a big way following the challenges during the pandemic, and easyJet is at the heart of its resurgence.
easyJet has announced another three new winter routes to Barcelona, Lanzarote, and Salzburg, further strengthening its commitment to the airport ahead of the opening of its new base next month. With the opening of the base, easyJet is expected to continue adding new routes in the coming months, solidifying Southend Airport’s position as a key gateway for leisure travel.
Flights to Barcelona, a city renowned for its stunning beaches, world-class architecture, and vibrant food scene, will operate twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays from 26 October 2025. Those seeking year-round sunshine can now jet off to Lanzarote three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, starting 27 October 2025. With its volcanic landscapes, golden beaches, and the spectacular Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote is a hotspot for both adventure and relaxation.
For those dreaming of a winter wonderland, easyJet’s new route to Salzburg, home of Mozart and the backdrop to The Sound of Music, will launch on 6 December 2025, operating twice weekly on Saturdays. Salzburg is a gateway to some of Austria’s top ski resorts and is famed for its enchanting Christmas markets, making it a perfect choice for festive travel.
In addition to these new routes, easyJet is extending nine of its popular summer destinations to operate throughout the winter season. Flights to Gran Canaria, Enfidha (Tunisia), Malta, Faro, Antalya, Tenerife, Marrakech, Malaga, and Palma will now be available all year round, ensuring greater flexibility and choice for travellers across the region.
With its new London Southend base opening next month, easyJet will have three aircraft stationed at the airport, supporting 1,200 jobs, including roles for pilots and cabin crew. The airline now serves a total of 20 destinations from London Southend, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its UK operations.
Ali Gayward, UK Country Manager for easyJet, expressed enthusiasm for the airline’s growing presence at London Southend: “The continued growth of our network from London Southend means we’re now providing customers with even more choice and connectivity throughout the year, including brand new city, beach and ski services to Barcelona, Lanzarote and Salzburg this winter. Our continued investment in the UK with the opening of our newest base at Southend next month highlights the importance of this market for easyJet. We can’t wait to welcome more passengers onboard.”
Jude Winstanley, CEO of London Southend Airport, added: “London Southend Airport is committed to providing a seamless, high-quality travel experience for people living in the east of London, Essex, and East Anglia. We are really pleased easyJet is adding three new routes to Lanzarote, Salzburg, and Barcelona. Thousands of travellers from across the southeast have already chosen London Southend as their airport of choice for trips to Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, and France this summer. With fast, direct connections to our airport – just 53 minutes from London Liverpool Street and 42 minutes from Stratford – passengers can now access even more fantastic destinations across Europe.”
easyJet continues to be Europe’s leading airline, connecting passengers to over 155 airports across 35 countries. In 2023, the airline carried more than 82 million passengers, cementing its reputation as a top choice for both leisure and business travellers. With a commitment to sustainability, easyJet has set an ambitious target to reduce carbon emissions by 35% by 2035, working towards a future of zero-emission flying in partnership with Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and GKN Aerospace Solutions.
With flights now on sale for the winter 2025 season, running from 15 December 2025 to 22 March 2026, now is the perfect time to book an affordable winter escape. Whether it’s a cultural break in Barcelona, a ski trip to Austria, or a sun-soaked retreat in Lanzarote, easyJet is making winter travel more convenient than ever from London Southend.