Three new routes are launching from Southend Airport this month.
easyJet will launch direct flights to Budapest, Lanzarote and Edinburgh in less than two weeks.
The routes starting in October 2026 expand the airport’s network and give passengers even more choice for holidays and city breaks.
It comes as easyJet is due to add another aircraft to its Southend Airport base next year, supporting around 400 jobs and opening the door to more routes.
Budapest, Hungary
Flights to the Hungarian capital start on Monday, October 26, running twice a week on Mondays and Fridays.
Budapest boasts grand architecture, lively nightlife and famous thermal baths.
The River Danube divides the city into Buda and Pest, home to landmarks including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle and Chain Bridge.
Visitors can soak up the café culture, explore “ruin bars” or cruise along the Danube.
Monday flights leave Southend at 7.05am and reach Budapest at 10.20am. The return flight leaves at 10.55am and lands back at 12.30pm.
Friday flights leave Southend at 5.35pm and reach Budapest at 8.50pm. The return leaves at 9.35pm and lands at 11pm.
One-way fares range from £19.99 to £29.99, depending on the season.
Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Flights to Lanzarote return on Wednesday, October 28.
The Spanish island packs in black lava fields, red craters and golden beaches.
Timanfaya National Park is a top attraction, with dramatic volcanic scenery and steaming geysers.
Artist and architect César Manrique shaped the island’s identity, from its whitewashed villages to its integrated artworks.
Lanzarote is also home to the La Geria vineyards and seafood restaurants in traditional fishing towns.
Fares range from £22.99 to £53, with the cheapest prices often available in November and January.
easyJet will operate two flights a week, with each journey taking around four hours.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The highly anticipated return of flights to the Scottish capital launch on Thursday, October 29, leaving at 7.10pm on Thursdays and 7pm on Sundays.
The journey takes about 90 minutes.
One-way fares range from £19 to £25, while return tickets start at £41. November is usually one of the cheapest months to fly.
Edinburgh’s highlights include its historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
Visitors can also enjoy Christmas markets, festive lights and Hogmanay celebrations.
The New Town has Georgian architecture and independent shops, while Leith offers waterfront dining and a lively food scene.
easyJet's Southend base was operating 122 flights a week after reopening in April 2025, a 133 per cent increase on summer 2024.
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