The twice-weekly service will begin in June
Claire Elliott and Cornwall Live readers
06:00, 31 Mar 2026
You’ll be able to fly with easyJet from Newquay to Gatwick from June 23(Image: PA)
CornwallLive readers have heard that travellers in Cornwall will soon be able to fly from Newquay to London Gatwick again, with easyJet launching a twice-weekly service on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 23rd June. Fares start at £30.99.
Cornwall Airport Newquay said the new route offers an affordable, convenient link for visitors during the busy summer season. Passengers can reach London in just over an hour or connect to destinations across Europe.
The announcement has been welcomed by travellers, though some questioned the limited schedule and whether the service would run year-round. The airport confirmed it is a summer service to meet seasonal demand, with winter options under review.
The new flights follow Cornwall Council’s decision to end daily Skybus services, previously funded by it and the council and Department for Transport, to reduce taxpayer costs. Skybus will stop operating on 31st May.
Noah Law, MP for St Austell and Newquay, said he is pleased easyJet will continue the route and supports further all-year-round development. Bookings and more details are on the easyJet website.
Commenter Dis1954 says: “I doubt this is accurate. Gatwick isn’t exactly near the capital; it’s in Sussex. To get to London, you’d need a train costing at least £23. With current prices, actual flight costs are likely three to four times what’s being quoted, if the flights even happen.”
RickOshay replies: “London Gatwick is the international name for the airport, many who use this new service will connect at Gatwick to flights overseas, it’s not just for those wanting to visit London. Unfortunately it’s a bad time to launch it in the light of Trump wrecking the world economy.”
DukeofCornwall adds: “Gatwick has an excellent connection to both London Bridge and Victoria.”
Marky D agrees: “I doubt this route is aimed at London visitors. It is more likely a feeder for other Gatwick connections. Unlike Skybus, which dedicates aircraft to a single route, EasyJet maximises plane usage because no aircraft earns money while on the ground. If a gap appears in their schedule, they find a route to fill it. Do not expect long-term loyalty; schedules change yearly, and if the slot is more profitable elsewhere, Newquay could lose flights or see altered days and times.”
Pauline C says: “London Gatwick is just a quick train into the city or a connection for another flight. EasyJet does not operate from Heathrow or City. If the route proves popular, they might offer more flights year round. Use it or lose it.”
Commonsense01 wonders: “How much are Cornwall taxpayers subsidising EasyJet to discount this route? Passenger charges of £27 and runway fees of £2160 per flight cannot be covered by £30 tickets. The airport already costs taxpayers over £8M a year, while school buses are cancelled, potholes worsen, and 800 families are homeless.”
Richyrich69 is happy: “Well done Newquay Airport and well done Cornwall Council for supporting this.”
Chuffchough disagrees: “What a poor service for business, which is where real repeat revenue comes from. Who in their right mind would travel up on a Tuesday and return on Saturday, or go up on Saturday and return on Tuesday? It is a shame to see Skybus lose the route; their frequent service will be greatly missed.”
Kernowthehut adds: “Any flights to London have to be welcomed but these are not going to help business. Skybus was a great local operator. What happened to the city airport flights that the council promised when they cut the Skybus flights?”
Baggyboatee is in favour: “That is brilliant. It will be much easier for me to visit family now, and at a price that actually makes it affordable.”
How useful do you think this new Gatwick route will be for Cornwall travellers? Have your say in our comments section.
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