Perfect Mediterranean getaway' with 'plenty of charm' to fly from Newcastle

EasyJet will launch a direct weekly route from Newcastle International Airport to Larnaca in Cyprus starting March 31, 2027. The airline’s offering gives travelers a nonstop option to the historic southern-coast city, described as a “Mediterranean getaway” with a mix of cultural sites and coastal appeal. Larnaca is Cyprus’ third-largest city, with a population around 155,000, built on ruins of the ancient Greek city-state of Kition. The airport is located just outside the city in Dromolaxia, while the city has a seaport and marina. The article also highlights a hot climate, a service sector making up three quarters of jobs, and bus links across town, plus shopping and dining options focused heavily on seafood.