Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have unveiled exciting news today, revealing the launch of two new routes to Budapest for Winter 25/26. This announcement comes as the airline expands its reach with scheduled services from East Midlands and Newcastle International Airports.
As the UK’s third-largest airline and a top choice for European city breaks, Jet2.com has responded to the rising demand from British travelers eager to discover the charms of Hungary’s capital. With the addition of these new routes, Jet2 now offers six routes to Budapest.
Twice-weekly flights will be available from East Midlands, operating on Mondays and Fridays from 10th October 2025 to 27th April 2026. In addition, Newcastle International Airport will offer exclusive services on Thursdays and Sundays between 9th October 2025 and 26th April 2026. These new services build upon the success of dedicated Christmas Markets trips from the airport, making Jet2.com the only airline offering regular flights to Budapest from this location.
This expansion means Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks are now offering services to Budapest from multiple UK airports, including Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds Bradford, with a variety of city breaks already available for Winter 25/26. Furthermore, Glasgow Airport continues to offer dedicated Christmas Markets trips to the Hungarian capital.
Jet2CityBreaks offers customers a fantastic opportunity to explore Budapest with a choice of central hotels, ensuring a prime location for sightseeing. Holidaymakers can choose between a flight-only option with Jet2.com or a complete ATOL-protected package holiday with Jet2CityBreaks, available with a low deposit of just £60 per person.
Customers who book a package holiday with Jet2CityBreaks will enjoy a hassle-free experience, including return flights with Jet2.com, 22kg of free checked baggage, and 10kg of cabin baggage, along with handpicked hotels situated in the heart of Budapest.
Budapest, straddling the magnificent River Danube, is a city brimming with culture, vibrant nightlife, and historic landmarks. Visitors can explore UNESCO-listed heritage sites, picturesque tree-lined boulevards, and cobbled streets. Iconic attractions include Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and Buda Castle. For those looking to unwind after a day of sightseeing, the city offers a lively nightlife scene, from quirky ruin pubs and underground clubs to rooftop terraces and cocktail bars. The famous thermal bathhouses are a must-visit for those wanting to experience centuries of relaxation traditions.
With these new routes, Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks are making it easier than ever for travelers to explore Budapest’s rich history and dynamic atmosphere.
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