THE first easyJet flight to Tenerife has launched from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA).

For those looking for some winter sun, easyJet launched the new twice-weekly service from Liverpool on Wednesday, October 30.

The flights will run on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Ali Gayward, UK Commercial Manager at easyJet, said:“We’re delighted to be adding Tenerife to easyJet’s range of destinations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

"It’s really exciting to see our first flight depart and highlights our commitment to providing affordable routes to winter-sun destinations from the airport.

“It’s great to be able to offer our passengers a large range of destinations to choose from for their winter holidays and for those who wish to get some easy and affordable winter sun, and we’re sure Tenerife will continue to be a popular choice.”

This inaugural flight is the 33rd easyJet route that operates from Liverpool.

Director of Aviation Development at LJLA, Paul Winfield said: “Liverpool John Lennon Airport is delighted to welcome this new service to Tenerife.

"We are sure that the service will prove popular with passengers from across the North West region, and welcome this latest new route with easyJet.”

For more information and to book tickets, visit www.easyjet.com