London Southend Airport and easyJet celebrated the carrier’s inaugural flight to Munich, Germany, from the airport this week.
The flight took off on Thursday 17 September 2026. The route provides air passengers across Essex and the South East with even more choice and the new route further strengthens easyJet’s growing network from London Southend.
It will be operated up to three times a week and easyJet holidays also offers a range of city break and holiday packages to Munich, with package holidays including flights and hotel, as well as 23kg luggage and transfers on beach holidays.
Jude Winstanley, CEO of London Southend Airport, said: “We’re delighted to see the first easyJet flight to Munich take off from London Southend today. Munich is a fantastic addition to our growing route network and opens up a wealth of opportunities for passengers, whether travelling for leisure or business.
“Our continued partnership with easyJet is helping us provide even greater choice for travellers across Essex, London and the wider South East, and we’re confident this exciting new route will prove popular with customers.”
Kevin Doyle, easyJet UK Country Manager, said: “We are really pleased to be launching our first flights between London Southend and Munich, providing customers across Essex and the South East with a direct connection to one of Germany’s most vibrant and popular cities.
“Whether customers are travelling to visit festive Christmas markets, a business trip or to explore the wider Bavarian region, Munich offers something for everyone. We are delighted to continue expanding the choice available from London Southend and to provide great value fares and convenient travel options for our customers.”
