Ryanair has relaunched direct flights between Newcastle and Barcelona for winter 2022/23.
It is one of six new routes from the airport as part of the low-cost airline's largest ever winter schedule from the North East. The twice-weekly service is also the first direct option between the two cities since Vueling's ceased operating the same route in October 2021.
Historically a popular travel destination from our region, flights to the Spanish city have also previously been operated by easyJet. As well as offering art, architecture, beaches and delicious food; it is also the gateway to nearby destinations such as Sitges and Salou.
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Earlier this year, Ryanair opened its new base at Newcastle Airport with flights travelling to and from 15 destinations including Milan, Riga and Krakow. The budget carrier has seen its numbers of travellers from the North East jump from around 500,000 before Covid to nearly one million.
Leon McQuaid, Director of Aviation Development at Newcastle Airport, said: "The airline has reacted to feedback from the North East travelling public for the route to be restored, and we have had an excellent response to the announcement. This investment represents the airline's confidence and commitment to providing even more choice for passengers in the region."
A spokesperson for Ryanair said: "Ryanair is delighted to officially launch the Winter ’22 flight from Newcastle to Barcelona. To allow our customers and visitors to/from Newcastle to book their winter getaway at the best possible fares, we are launching a seat sale from just £19.99 for travel from November 2022 until the end of March 2023, which are available for booking until the 3rd of November 2022."
Flights to Barcelona from Newcastle International Airport started on Tuesday November 1 and are on sale now. For more information, visit the Ryanair website.
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