New flight routes: Jet2 launches new route to European capital from East Midlands Airport
The new route will launch on October 10, 2025
Airline Jet2 is launching a new route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to a European capital city later this year.
The airline will begin flights to Hungarian capital Budapest in October, ahead of the winter season.
EMA will be one of two UK airports - the other Newcastle - to start Jet2 flights to Budapest in October.
Airline bosses have responded to strong demand from UK holidaymakers looking to explore the Hungarian capital, by expanding their network to six routes.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “Budapest is a city that is soaring in popularity right now, and it is easy to see why when you consider its fantastic culture, history, nightlife and cuisine, not to mention its stunning architecture.
“In response to the demand that we are seeing from customers and independent travel agents, we are absolutely delighted to be giving holidaymakers across the East Midlands and North East the chance to experience everything Budapest has to offer.
“This expansion means we are on sale to Budapest from six UK airport bases for Winter 25/26 and we are looking forward to working with hotel, airport and industry partners to make this a hugely successful programme.”
When will the flights from East Midlands Airport to Budapest begin?
Jet2 will be operating twice weekly services from EMA, with Monday and Friday flights operating between October 10, 2025 and April 27, 2026.
What is there to do in Budapest?
Sitting on the mighty River Danube, the city offers culture, nightlife and much more.
Customers can enjoy UNESCO-stamped heritage as well as tree-lined boulevards and cobbled streets, not to mention Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church and Buda Castle.
When the sightseeing is done, Budapest offers quirky ruin pubs, underground clubs, rooftop terraces and cocktail bars.