8 new and expanded flights unveiled from North East to sun and ski destinations
Jet2 will offer more flights to both Winter Sun and Ski destinations, including a brand-new ski route to Chambery, giving travellers even more choice and flexibility next winter.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: 'We are seeing continued demand for our award-winning flights and holidays, and with Winter 25/26 looking so popular, we are in the position to respond with a massively expanded programme from Newcastle International Airport.
'As well as adding a brand-new ski route to Chambery, we have also put additional capacity on sale to Geneva and popular winter sun destinations, meaning we are giving customers even more choice and flexibility when it comes to getting away next winter.
'Such an expansion would not be possible without customers choosing to travel with us in huge numbers, so I would like to sincerely thank our customers and independent travel agent partners for their continued support.
"We look forward to taking lots of happy holidaymakers on their well-deserved holidays next winter and showcasing our award-winning credentials.'
Leon McQuaid, Director of Aviation Development at Newcastle International Airport, welcomed the announcement.
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He added: 'We're delighted that Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are expanding their Winter Sun and Ski programmes from Newcastle Airport for 2025/26.
'The addition of a brand-new route to Chambery, alongside extra services to Geneva, provides passengers with even more opportunities to experience some of Europe's top ski resorts.
'Those seeking some winter sun can take advantage of the enhanced programme to popular destinations such as Malaga, Alicante, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Malta and Majorca.'
8 new and expanded flights from North East to Europe:
A new ski route to Chambery – Weekly Saturday services from 20 December 2025 to 28 February 2026
New Sunday services to Geneva – From 28 December 2025 to 22 March 2026
Extra services to Malaga – Between January and March 2026
Additional flights to Alicante – In November 2025 and February 2026
Extra Saturday flying to Gran Canaria – From 14 February to 28 March 2026
New Monday flights to Malta – From 16 February to 23 March 2026, with two weekly services during February half-term
New Saturday flights to Palma (Majorca) – From 7 to 28 March 2026
Extra Sunday services to Tenerife – From 15 February to 22 March 2026
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