Jet2’s big push in 2026: expansion of new routes across the UK

Jet2 is set for a major expansion in 2026, launching a wide range of new routes and strengthening its presence at airports across the UK. A key development is the opening of a brand-new base at London Gatwick Airport, where six aircraft — including five new Airbus A321neos — will be stationed. The move also brings more than 300 new jobs, underlining the scale of Jet2’s investment.

With this growth, travellers will see more choice, more frequencies and greater flexibility than ever before, whether planning a beach getaway, a city break or a sunshine escape.

Key New Routes and Destinations for 2026

London Gatwick (New Base) LGW/EGKK

Jet2’s first ever flight from London Gatwick will depart in March 2026, heading to Tenerife. Gatwick will offer 29 holiday destinations across Spain, Greece, Turkey, Portugal, Italy and the islands of the Mediterranean and Canaries.

London Luton LTN/EGGW

Jet2 is introducing five brand-new routes from Luton for Summer 2026:

• Corfu
• Kos
• Preveza
• Skiathos
• Menorca

These join an expanded selection of destinations in Spain, Greece, Turkey, Portugal, Italy and the Canary Islands. Jet2 is also increasing capacity on several popular routes.

Bournemouth BOH/EGHH

New for Summer 2026 are services to:

• Malaga
• Dubrovnik
• Kos
• Reus
• Verona

East Midlands EMA/EGNX

New routes launching in 2026 include:

• Agadir
• Costa de Almeria
• Pula
• Preveza
• Halkidiki
• Split

Edinburgh EDI/EGPH

New destinations from Edinburgh for Summer 2026 include:

• Kefalonia
• Girona
• Kalamata

Glasgow GLA/EGPF

Jet2 will expand its offering with new summer flights to:

• Dubrovnik
• Marrakech

London Stansted STN/EGSS

A new city-break route to Jerez will begin in 2026.

Newcastle NCL/EGNT

Travellers from Newcastle will see new routes to:

• Agadir
• Preveza
• Marrakech
• Barcelona
• Porto

Birmingham BHX/EGBB

Jet2 is introducing three brand-new destinations for 2026, including a new route to Palermo in Sicily.

Canary Islands Expansion

Jet2 will add La Palma as a new Canary Islands destination in 2026. Services will start from Manchester and London Stansted, offering another option for travellers seeking winter sun or outdoor adventures.

Channel Islands

Jet2 is expanding its Channel Islands programme, including a new exclusive route from Bournemouth to Jersey, operating twice weekly. The airline is also adding capacity from other bases for Summer 2026.

Nordic & City-Break Growth

Jet2 is also developing its Norway and Fjords programme, including services to Bergen from several UK airports. This strengthens the airline’s expanding city-break and discovery-focused offering for 2026.

What This Means for Travellers

Jet2’s 2026 schedule provides:

• More choice – with new routes from nearly all its UK bases
• More accessibility – improved coverage for travellers across London, the Midlands, the North and Scotland
• More variety – from sunny beaches to cultural city destinations and outdoor adventure locations
• More seasonal flexibility – with extended summer programmes and new shoulder-season opportunities

Overall, 2026 marks one of Jet2’s biggest growth years yet, offering UK travellers more routes, more destinations and more flexibility than ever before.