EasyJet will expand its operations at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, creating 40 jobs.
The airline announced it will add a seventh plane to its base at the airport in Speke, following the news of its new route from Liverpool to Corfu for summer 2023. The addition of the new plane will create around 40 job opportunities.
The 156-seat A319 aircraft will be based in Liverpool throughout the summer season. It joins two 156-seat Airbus A319, and four 186-seat A320 in use at Liverpool. The route to Corfu will start on June 4, 2023, operating on Sundays.
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Speaking on Wednesday (December 7), Ali Gayward, easyJet’s UK country manager, said: “I am delighted to be announcing our plans for expansion at Liverpool today. The addition of another aircraft will help us to further strengthen our network in Liverpool and offer customers an even wider range of destinations, like our new route to Corfu.
"And with flights for autumn 2023 on sale tomorrow, customers can also book early for next autumn and snap up the best fares across our network to find a great-value getaway or October half term holiday.
“We know that holidays are important to people, not only does travelling connect friends and family but it offers a wealth of benefits, from promoting wellbeing to experiencing new cultures. The results of our survey just go to show what a priority it is for people, with so many determined to protect their holidays.
“With our low fares and unrivalled European network, easyJet is ideally placed to offer a fantastic value and great quality holiday that people don’t have to compromise on. It is fantastic to see that so many consumers plan to travel next year already, and we look forward to welcoming them onboard.”
Paul Winfield, director of aviation development for Liverpool John Lennon Airport added: “We’re delighted that easyJet will be offering passengers from the North West and North Wales even more opportunities to fly from the region’s airport of choice, with more seats now on sale from Liverpool for next summer as we continue our recovery from the pandemic. Our reputation of delivering a faster, easier, friendlier customer experience is seeing more and more passengers asking to fly from Liverpool.”
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