Southend Airport easyJet 'party' to celebrate Ibiza flights

Launch party - Southend Airport has invited people to celebrate the start of its new Ibiza route <i>(Image: Southend Airport)</i>
Launch party - Southend Airport has invited people to celebrate the start of its new Ibiza route (Image: Southend Airport)
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Southend Airport will be holding a 'Party in the Car Park' to celebrate the launch of their flights to a popular Spanish destination.

The event, taking place on Wednesday, April 29 from 4pm to 7pm, marks the start of new flights to Ibiza and will feature free holiday-themed nuggets, a live DJ, drinks from Los Brewery, and a chance to win a £1,000 holiday to the island.

Southend Airport posted to their Facebook: "Who's ready to celebrate?? The summer season has begun, and soon we'll be flying to Ibiza for summer 2026! This definitely warrants a party, wouldn't you agree?"

The event will take place in the airport’s Mid Stay car park, with free parking available for all attendees.

Getaway - Flights to Ibiza start at £16.99 (Image: Southend Airport)

The first easyJet flight to Ibiza will take off at 5.35pm, providing a backdrop for the celebration.

Southend Airport first announced the new Ibiza route on December 18, 2025, with flights running twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays from April 29.

Ibiza offers a mix of lively nightlife, culture, and relaxation.

Visitors can explore the historic streets of Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town, enjoy panoramic harbour views, and unwind in the laid-back atmosphere of Santa Eulària.

One-way fares to Ibiza currently start at £16.99 for April and May.

The airport is inviting the public to join an "easy, speedy, friendly evening of Ibiza fun" to mark the launch.

A slew of new destinations have been added to the airport's rapidly expanding roster this year including twice-weekly flights to Jersey set to begin next week.

Passengers can also look froward to a brand-new autumn break later on this year, with trips to German cultural powerhouse Munich to launch in time for the world-famous Oktoberfest.

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