7 spectacular new holiday options to start from Birmingham Airport including beaches, culture and history

Passengers travelling from Birmingham Airport will soon have even more holiday options, with both Jet2 and easyJet announcing new routes that will expand connectivity from the Midlands.

Jet2 launches new flights for summer of 2027

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced the launch of flights and package holidays to Tunisia from Birmingham Airport for Summer 2027.

The UK’s largest tour operator and third largest airline will operate two weekly services to the North African destination, with flights departing every Wednesday and Saturday between 1 May and 30 October 2027.

The new route has been introduced in response to demand from customers and independent travel agents across the region and will provide holidaymakers with access to a destination renowned for its beaches, culture, history and value for money.

Customers booking through Jet2holidays will be able to choose from a range of 3 to 5-star hotels in the popular resorts of Port el Kantaoui, Skanes, Mahdia, Sousse, Yasmine Hammamet and Hammamet.

Tunisia offers visitors a blend of Mediterranean beaches, historic sites and cultural attractions. From the medina of Hammamet and the ramparts of Sousse to Roman amphitheatres, traditional fishing villages and the landscapes of southern Tunisia, the destination provides a wide variety of holiday experiences.

The addition of Tunisia means Jet2 will operate to 68 destinations from Birmingham Airport during Summer 2027, including six new destinations: Tunisia, Bergerac, Hurghada, Jersey, Kavala (Thassos) and Sharm el Sheikh.

He added: "This latest expansion demonstrates the strength of our growing business, and it comes on the back of customers and independent travel agents choosing to travel with us time and time again.

“Our award-winning proposition clearly continues to delight holidaymakers, and we look forward to welcoming even more customers onboard thanks to the launch of this new destination, taking the number of destinations we have on sale from Birmingham Airport in Summer 27 to 68."

Matthew Hazelwood, chief commercial officer at Birmingham Airport, said: "Tunisia remains a popular destination from Birmingham Airport, and we are delighted that Jet2.com is providing customers with even more choice and flexibility from their local airport on this route.

“In just over three hours from Birmingham Airport, holidaymakers can discover a diverse and beautiful landscape, from national parks and Mediterranean beaches to the Sahara Desert and the Atlas Mountains. This route is now on sale for travel from summer 2027 either flight-only with Jet2.com or as a package holiday with Jet2holidays."

easyJet adds new Copenhagen service from Birmingham

Meanwhile, easyJet has announced a new winter route from Birmingham Airport to Copenhagen, Denmark.

The service will launch on November 16 and operate twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays, providing customers with a convenient option for city breaks and long weekends in the Danish capital.

Seats are already on sale through easyJet and the airline’s mobile app, with fares starting from £31.99. Package holidays are also available through easyJet holidays.

Copenhagen is known for combining modern architecture, culture and sustainable living with a vibrant food scene. During winter, visitors can enjoy the city’s festive atmosphere, including its famous Christmas markets and outdoor warm baths.

Holiday packages available through easyJet holidays include flights and accommodation, with options ranging from modern Scandinavian-style hotels such as the four-star The Square and four-star Wide Hotel.

Kevin Doyle, easyJet’s UK country manager, said: "We are excited to announce a brand-new route and package holidays from Birmingham Airport to Denmark’s capital Copenhagen, providing customers with even more choice for their next winter break. We remain focused on offering even more flying to a range of destinations, always aiming to make travel easy."

Matt Hazelwood, chief commercial officer of Birmingham Airport, added: "We are delighted that easyJet will start services to Copenhagen just in time for the festive season.

“This extra capacity on this important route will offer our customers choice and convenience to the Danish capital. The Copenhagen Christmas markets are world-renowned and thanks to this boosted schedule, thousands more Midlands’ holidaymakers will be able to experience the incredible food and cosy atmosphere for themselves."

The announcement forms part of easyJet's continued expansion from Birmingham Airport, providing passengers with greater choice for winter travel while complementing the airport's growing range of European destinations.

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