EasyJet to abandon Leeds Bradford airport in 2027

The airline confirmed the decision following a review of its route network from Leeds Bradford. easyJet has operated from Leeds Bradford since 2010.

“Scheduled flights will continue as normal until 5 January 2027,” an easyJet spokesperson declared to media. “Following a review of our routes from Leeds Bradford Airport, we have made the decision to no longer operate flights from the airport after 5 January.”

The carrier said its focus is on maintaining and developing routes that prove most popular with customers.

easyJet currently operates from Leeds Bradford to Barcelona, Belfast, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca and Paris, with Geneva also previously offered as a seasonal service. The airline expanded its LBA network significantly in 2024 and 2025, adding Paris, Geneva, Malaga and Palma.

The withdrawal is notable because Leeds Bradford had been expanding its relationship with easyJet. In January 2025, the airport described the airline as one of its existing partners that had been increasing flights and destination choices.

Customers booked on easyJet flights departing Leeds Bradford after January 5 will be offered the option of transferring free of charge to a flight from another airport or receiving a refund, according to reports from the BBC and ITV News.

easyJet’s position at Leeds Bradford
Despite its growing route network, easyJet remains a relatively small operator at Leeds Bradford compared with the airport’s two major low-cost carriers.

Current airport flight data shows easyJet accounting for around 3% of flights at LBA, compared with approximately 48% for Jet2 and 29% for Ryanair. The figures are based on flight operations analysed over the latest three-month period, rather than passenger numbers.

Leeds Bradford handled close to 4,45 million passengers in 2025, up 1.5% year on year, according to UK Civil Aviation data.

The airport has also been investing heavily in its future. Its £100 million terminal regeneration includes expanded baggage facilities, improved security, additional lounges and more retail and dining space.

easyJet’s departure will therefore remove a recognizable European low-cost brand from Yorkshire’s largest airport, but passengers will continue to have substantial choice. Jet2, Ryanair, KLM, Wizz Air, Aer Lingus and SunExpress are among the airlines serving LBA.

Jet2 recently unveiled expanding its Leeds Bradford operation, including new 2027 services to destinations such as Tunisia, Egypt and other Mediterranean markets.