EasyJet puts new Manchester-Lapland service on sale

Budget carrier easyJet has put a new winter route from Manchester on sale today (July 14), offering flights to Kittila in Finnish Lapland.

The new service will cater to families seeking a festive break this winter. It will also appeal to winter sports lovers, those looking for a glimpse of the Northern Lights and clients who wish to explore the region’s snowy forests.

Flights take off from November 16 and will operate twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays throughout the winter season.

Kittila is about 95 miles north of Roveniemi in the northern Arctic circle.

The addition of Kittila follows the launch last year of a new service from Manchester to Rovaniemi in Lapland.

Ali Gayward, easyJet’s UK country manager, said: “As an entirely new destination in our network, this new connection means we are able to build on our offering from Manchester for those in search of winter breaks by providing customers more choice to enjoy an even greater range of destinations this winter at fantastic low fares.

“Lapland is perfect especially for families with children looking to visit Father Christmas, winter ski lovers and all those wishing to explore this magical Arctic destination.”

Robert Smith, aviation director at Manchester airport, said: “We know a family trip to Lapland is on many of our passengers’ Christmas lists so it’s fantastic to see easyJet launching a service from Manchester to Kittila this winter.

“This new service demonstrates easyJet’s commitment to providing outstanding choice year-round to passengers flying from Manchester.”

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