EasyJet has officially launched its annual Big Orange Sale, giving UK travellers a chance to secure cheaper flights and holidays for 2026 and beyond.
The airline is offering up to 20% off thousands of flights, with some fares starting from £14.49, alongside major discounts on package holidays through easyJet holidays.
The sale is now live and runs until 3 February 2026, making it one of the longest booking windows easyJet has offered in recent years.
With the cost of living still weighing heavily on UK households, the timing is likely to appeal to families and frequent flyers looking to plan ahead and control travel costs.
What is the Big Orange Sale, and why does it matter?
The Big Orange Sale is easyJet’s flagship annual promotion and one of the most closely watched travel sales in the UK aviation calendar.
This year, more than 1.2 million discounted seats are available across easyJet’s short-haul network, covering 140 destinations from 22 UK airports.
Crucially for families, the discounts apply not only to off-peak travel but also to high-demand periods such as February and October half-term.
That makes the sale more practical than many airline promotions, which often exclude school holiday dates.
How affordable are the flight deals for UK travellers?
easyJet has confirmed that thousands of seats are discounted by up to 20%, with entry-level fares starting from £14.49 one way, including taxes.
While prices depend on route, demand and travel dates, early examples include routes such as Bristol to Bordeaux from £14.49, London Gatwick to Nice from £18.99, and Edinburgh to Alicante from £26.49.
These prices reinforce easyJet’s position as a budget-friendly option at a time when many UK travellers have seen airfares rise sharply since the pandemic.
Which destinations are included in the sale?
The sale spans easyJet’s core European routes alongside a growing number of longer leisure destinations.
New additions launching in 2026 include Tbilisi in Georgia and the Scandinavian Mountains in Sweden, reflecting increasing UK demand for alternative city breaks and winter sports travel.
Ski destinations such as Geneva, Grenoble and Innsbruck are included, while sun-seekers can choose from routes to Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Cape Verde and the Canary Islands.
This mix of winter and summer options allows travellers to plan trips across multiple seasons using the same sale window.
What savings are available on easyJet holidays?
In parallel with flight discounts, easyJet holidays is offering savings of up to £400 on package holidays using the promotional code BIGSALE.
The discount works on a tiered basis, with the highest reduction available on bookings of £4,000 or more. Smaller discounts apply at lower spend levels.
Bookings must be made by 3 March 2026, with travel available through to October 2027, giving UK customers unusually long-term flexibility.
Packages typically include flights, hotel accommodation, a 23kg luggage allowance per person and transfers for beach holidays, all covered by easyJet’s Ultimate Flexibility policy, which allows changes and offers refund options.
What has easyJet said about the launch?
Kevin Doyle, easyJet’s UK Country Manager, said the airline is focused on helping customers plan ahead during a period of continued financial pressure.
“Our Big Orange Sale allows customers to plan well-deserved breaks for 2026 and beyond, while continuing to offer great value across our growing network,” he said.
easyJet has also confirmed that more than 45 new routes are due to launch next year, further expanding choice for UK travellers flying from regional airports.
Why is this sale important for UK travellers?
As the UK’s largest airline by passenger numbers, easyJet plays a major role in shaping flight prices across Europe.
Its Big Orange Sale arrives at a time when many travellers are choosing to book earlier than usual to avoid last-minute price spikes.
The inclusion of school holiday dates, long booking horizons and package holiday discounts makes this sale particularly relevant for families, who are often the hardest hit by peak-season pricing.
