easyJet flights take off from Glasgow to Lisbon

• Flights are now operating up to twice a week throughout the summer
• Seats are now on sale on easyJet.com and via the mobile app with fares starting from £39.99*
• Great value package holidays available with easyJet holidays

Scotland’s largest airline, easyJet, has launched its first flights from Glasgow Airport to Lisbon.

The inaugural flight from Glasgow to Lisbon took off yesterday morning, 29 March, and will now operate every Wednesday and Sunday, perfect for a getaway to one of Europe’s most vibrant capitals rich in culture, cuisine, and history.

Holidaymakers to Lisbon can explore the historic capital, renowned for its sunlit hills, colourful tiled facades, and rich maritime heritage. Foodies can indulge in Lisbon’s celebrated culinary scene, from sampling freshly baked pastel de nata to exploring the acclaimed Time Out Market Lisbon and joining guided tasting tours through its historic neighbourhoods.

Seats are now on sale at easyJet.com and via the app from £39.99*.

easyJet holidays also offers city break packages to Lisbon, with a range of three-, four- and five-star hotels available. Three-night trips start from just £234 per person.

All Lisbon city breaks include flights and hotel, and are covered by easyJet holidays’ Ultimate Flexibility, offering the freedom to change a booking, a refund guarantee, and best price guarantee.

Kevin Doyle, easyJet’s UK Country Manager, said:

“It’s great to be launching our latest route, and package holiday options, from Glasgow to Lisbon. The capital of Portugal is the ideal destination for travellers seeking a vibrant culinary escape as well as stunning scenery and a rich history.

“In our 30^th year we remain committed to making travel easy by continuing to offer greater choice and exceptional value across our unrivalled  Scottish network.”

Jonathan Ford, Portfolio Manager at AGS Airports, said:

“easyJet’s new Lisbon service is a fantastic addition to our route network and a welcome boost for our passengers as we look ahead to the busy summer season.

“Strengthening our connection to one of Europe’s most vibrant capital cities not only creates exciting travel opportunities for people across the west of Scotland, but also supports inbound tourism and business links at a time when demand for connectivity continues to grow.

“easyJet has been with Glasgow Airport for 30 years and the launch of this route further underscores their ongoing commitment to expanding choice and value for our passengers.”

The airline is the largest in Scotland and serves four Scottish airports, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness and Aberdeen, offering over 100 routes to 66 destinations in 22 countries across Europe and North Africa, and has flown over 119 million customers since operations began.

To discover more about easyJet’s network in Scotland and to book, visit easyJet.com