Why did EasyJet leave Stansted?


Why did EasyJet leave Stansted? “We have had to take the very difficult decision to close three UK bases as a result of the unprecedented impact of the pandemic and related travel restrictions, compounded by quarantine measures in the UK which is impacting demand for travel,” said chief executive Johan Lundgren.


Is Stansted a small airport?

London Stansted is a small airport situated 34 miles from the city itself. This means that if you are traveling to or from London, then you need to consider your travel connections carefully.


Does EasyJet still fly from Stansted?

easyJet now offers six services from Stansted Airport, with other flights to Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. Prices for flights from Stansted to Zurich start from £32.99 and £35.99 to Geneva.


Which UK airports do easyJet fly from?

EasyJet flies in the UK from: Aberdeen, Belfast International, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol International, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Isle of Man, Jersey, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle. We have answered your Frequently Asked Questions about easyJet.


When did easyJet stop flying from Stansted?

easyJet will fly from London Southend to Palma de Majorca and Malaga in May 2022, nearly two years after it stopped flying from south Essex to cut costs. But the company has said it does not plan to revive its hub 30 miles to the north at Stansted, which closed in August 2020.


When did EasyJet stop using Boeing?

October 2002 saw easyJet make headlines in the airline industry by switching its preferred aircraft supplier from Boeing to Airbus. It had previously been a loyal customer of the 737 family, having exclusively flown variants of the type since the mid-1990s.


Is EasyJet leaving Stansted?

EasyJet confirms plans to close Stansted, Southend and Newcastle bases. Budget airline easyJet has confirmed plans to close its bases in Stansted, Southend and Newcastle as the company tries to slash costs at the airports where 670 people work for it.


Is easyJet going into liquidation?

“We have been clear the whole industry has been impacted by the pandemic. However, easyJet has taken a prudent approach to capacity and the right actions on cash preservation. “The airline continues to keep all liquidity options under review, but no decisions have been taken.


Is easyJet like Ryanair?

Ryanair may win in offering the cheapest deals, but EasyJet provides a better flight experience overall. With more lenient carry-on policies, increased comfort, and improved schedules, EasyJet caters to the needs of passionate travelers.


What is the future for easyJet?

easyJet has placed a substantial order for 157 firm and 100 optioned Airbus jets, which will significantly expand its fleet and support its growth plans beyond 2028. The airline's preference for the larger A321neo model reflects easyJet's focus on lower fuel burn, CO2 emissions, and operating costs per seat.


Why did easyJet cancel so many flights?

EasyJet cancels thousands of flights this summer due to congestion in Europe's skies. The airline denied that it was a return to the chaos seen last summer due to staff shortages.


Are easyJet cancelling flights 2023?

About 180,000 travellers will be affected by EasyJet cancelling 1,700 summer flights in 2023.