EasyJet announces first international flight from Cornwall Airport

The route will provide a connection for people travelling to the Alps during ski season

Budget carrier easyJet has announced its first international flight from Cornwall Airport Newquay.

The route to Geneva in Switzerland will operate once a week – on Saturdays – from January 16 to February 27, 2027, providing a connection for travellers from Newquay to the Alps during the ski season, with dates including February half term.

The seasonal service will be the only direct winter connection between Newquay and Switzerland and follows easyJet’s recent announcement of a summer route between Newquay and London Gatwick.

Kevin Doyle, easyJet’s UK Country Manager, said: “We are delighted to be putting another route on sale from Newquay, our first international service from the region, following the recent launch of our route to London Gatwick.

“Our winter service to Geneva will be perfect for those looking to book a winter getaway whether that’s for a city break or a ski trip in the French Alps. We are committed to providing our customers across the UK with greater regional connectivity at affordable prices.”

Nigel Scott, commercial director at Cornwall Airport Newquay, added: “We’re very pleased to be able to offer travellers in Cornwall a direct connection to the Alps with easyJet this winter.

“We know demand is high for direct ski access from the region, and this route provides an affordable and convenient way for travellers to land on the doorstep of some of Europe’s best ski resorts.

“Building on the success of easyJet’s summer Manchester route, and upcoming London Gatwick connection, we’re delighted to continue strengthening our partnership with easyJet into the winter season.”

Earlier in June, Cornwall Airport announced plans to launch a direct-flight package holiday programme to Tenerife in March next year. The South West transport hub has partnered with Murray Travel on the programme which will offer two direct departures from Newquay to Tenerife on Friday, March 5 and Friday March 12.

The news comes as the airport’s interim managing director, Amy Smith, steps down from the organisation after 11 years to take up a new role within the aviation sector. The transport hub has not announced a new boss yet, but is expected to appoint a new MD in the coming weeks.