As cold weather continues to grip the UK, many people across the country will have one eye on their potential holiday this summer. Several major airlines have already announced new routes to various sunny destinations in the coming months.
easyJet has confirmed Newcastle Airport will gain flights to Tenerife from August 1. The Canary Island remains a popular choice for Brits, attracting over seven million tourists every year. It is known for its warm weather, stunning beaches and diverse volcanic landscapes.
As reported by Time Out, confirmation of the new route comes as easyJet continues to expand outside of London. The budget airline is also introducing a new route from Bristol to the Cape Verde island of Sal from May 1.
The route from Newcastle to Tenerife is set to be a popular choice for holidaymakers. Known as the Island of Eternal Spring, Tenerife offers sunny weather all year round.
A direct flight from Newcastle to Tenerife takes around four hours and 45 minutes. Airlines such as Jet2, Ryanair and TUI already offer the route, with return prices varying from £200 in off-peak times to £400 in peak times.
Newcastle Airport said: “easyJet has announced the launch of a new route from Newcastle to Tenerife in the Canary Islands, with seats now on sale.
“Flights will take off from 1 August 2026 and will operate twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays, providing customers in the North East, Southern Scotland, North Yorkshire and Cumbria with even more choice for their 2026 holidays.”
As well as being ideal for a summer holiday, Tenerife is also popular for a winter trip. Tourists are able to enjoy a range of conditions, including golden beaches, lush forests, coastal cliffs and dramatic volcanic terrain.
There is also plenty to do for families, including the popular Siam Park waterpark and the Loro Parque zoo. Visitors also have the chance to hike, cycle and dive while enjoying the stunning surrounding area.
Tenerife also offers a range of authentic Canarian food. There are a number of Michelin-starred restaurants as well as cheaper local eateries for visitors to enjoy.
This story originally appeared on Express.co.uk
