Budget carrier EasyJet has launched a new flight route from Bristol Airport to Seville, Spain. The airline's new service took off over the weekend and is now operating twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, to Andalusia's capital.
The news comes as EasyJet prepares to add its 20th aircraft to its fleet at Bristol and launch new routes to Reus, in Spain, and Thessaloniki, in Greece, this summer.
EasyJet's Commitment to Bristol
Kevin Doyle, EasyJet's UK Country Manager, said: “We are delighted to celebrate the launch of our new service from Bristol to Seville, further expanding the range of routes and destinations available for our customers in the South West at fantastic fares.”
He added: “Our continued success in Bristol is a clear testament to the popularity of our flights and holidays and the growth of our fleet with an additional aircraft this summer will further unlock the opportunity of the demand that we see for both leisure and business travel.”
Bristol Airport's Perspective
Rupert Lawrie, commercial director at Bristol Airport, commented: "We are thrilled to welcome EasyJet's new route to Seville. This Spanish city is an incredible place, renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture and world-famous architecture. Not only is it a great base to explore all the leisure opportunities that southern Spain has to offer, but it opens up even more links for European visitors to the South West."
He continued: "It also plays an important role in connecting regional businesses with key international markets, including global leaders such as Airbus. We’re proud to continue working with EasyJet expanding travel opportunities for all of our customers and making it easier to explore and connect."
Customer Assurance Amid Rising Costs
In April, EasyJet Holidays chief executive Garry Wilson reassured customers that bookings would "go ahead as planned" without extra surcharges despite rising fuel costs caused by the Middle East conflict. He stated: "We know that holidaymakers may have questions about what recent global events might mean for their travel plans this summer, so we are giving our customers absolute peace of mind that no surcharges will be added to their flights or package holidays."
Financial Outlook
Last month, EasyJet warned that the impact of the Iran war would likely hit its profits. The company expects an increased pre-tax loss of £540-£560 million for the six months to March. However, the airline typically generates more revenue in the second half of the year, which includes the busy summer season.
