The flight takes less than three hours (Image: Getty)
has launched new flights to a quieter Spanish seaside resort which reaches 20C in December.
The budget airline announced two new direct flight paths to from London Southend airport and Bristol airport.
Direct flights currently only operate from four UK airports – London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham – making it an alternative to busier Spanish resorts such as or .
Flights from Bristol will commence on June 25, 2025, operating twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays, while flights from London Southend will commence in March 2025.
EasyJet UK Country Manager Ali Gayward said: “Following another consecutive record summer, easyJet is continuing to grow in the UK next year with more aircraft, enabling us to offer an even greater choice of flights and package holidays for our customers across the country.”
The Alcazaba is a historic Moorish fortress (Image: Getty)
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One of Almeria most famous landmarks is the Alcazaba, a 16th-century Moorish fortress which is just a few euros to enter, offering stunning views of the city.
The colourful neighbourhood of Barrio de la Chanca is the place to wander and get lost, while Zapillo Beach and San Miguel Beach are lined with bars and restaurants to kick back and relax.
Almería was named Spain’s Gastronomic Capital in 2019, and the lively area of Las Cuatro Calles is the place to try tapas of fresh seafood, anchovies, jamón, and olives.
Tabernas Desert was used as a film set (Image: Getty)
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For film fanatics, the Tabernas Desert is a unique day trip. The desert film set was used for iconic films like Indiana Jones and Game of Thrones.
Two other routes to Malta and Reus, Spain, will launch alongside Almeria in March 2025 from London Southend, as part of easyJet’s investment there.
The low-cost carrier closed its Southend base in 2020 following the pandemic but will reverse that decision in 2025, as announced earlier this year.