easyJet releases flights in seasonal batches, not all at once. The first day a new batch goes on sale is typically when prices are at their lowest, so knowing when to expect a release is one of the most reliable ways to book cheaply.
At the time of writing, easyJet flights are bookable up to 13 June 2027. Here is how the release schedule works, what usually happens to prices on release day, and what to do if you missed the window.
How far in advance does easyJet release flights?
easyJet generally opens flights for sale around 10 to 13 months before the departure date. That means if you want a summer 2026 holiday, you could have booked it as far back as summer 2025, when those routes first went on sale.
The exact lead time varies slightly by batch, but the 10 to 12 month window covers the vast majority of easyJet’s network.
The easyJet flight release schedule
easyJet releases flights in three to four broad seasonal rounds each year. The timing has been consistent over recent years, though easyJet can shift a release by a few weeks in either direction.
| Season | Flights covering | Typical release | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak summer | Mid-June – mid-September High demand | Late July (previous year) | |
| Spring | Late March – mid-June Shoulder | October (previous year) | |
| Autumn / Winter | October – March Lower demand | October / November |
How to find out when the next release is due
easyJet publishes upcoming release information at easyjet.com/en/flights-release. This page is updated as new batches approach and shows which routes and periods are about to go on sale.
Signing up for the easyJet newsletter is the most reliable way to get release notifications directly to your inbox. You can also follow our cheap flight deals page, where we flag new releases as they happen.
What to do if you missed the release window
Missing the initial release does not mean the opportunity has gone. Prices do not always spike immediately on every route. The gap between release-day pricing and booking three or four months later depends on the route and departure date.
For popular leisure routes in peak season, the price difference between release day and three months later can be significant. For quieter routes and off-peak dates, the increase tends to be more gradual.
If you missed the release, the best options are:
- Book as soon as you decide on your dates. Every week of delay on a filling flight increases the price. Once you know where and when, book.
- Use the Low Fare Finder. easyJet’s Low Fare Finder shows the cheapest available fares across a range of dates on a given route. If you have any flexibility on dates, this can save you more than the release-day price difference.
- Watch for an easyJet sale. easyJet runs promotional sales a few times per year. Our guide to when easyJet has sales explains the pattern and what to expect.
- Set a Google Flights alert. Google Flights tracks fares and sends email alerts if a price changes. Useful if you are watching a specific route over several weeks.
For context on whether waiting is a sensible strategy, see our guide to whether easyJet flights get cheaper closer to the date. In most cases, they do not.
Tips for getting the lowest fare
Know your school holiday dates. UK school holiday windows are the highest-demand periods for easyJet’s main leisure routes. Knowing exactly which weeks are affected helps you decide whether to target release day or look for adjacent weeks where prices are lower.
Be flexible by a day or two. Friday and Sunday departures are consistently more expensive than Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Even on popular routes, midweek departures can come in significantly cheaper for the same week.
Be flexible on airport. easyJet operates from multiple London airports and several regional hubs. Prices from Luton, Gatwick and Stansted to the same destination can differ by a meaningful margin, especially on less popular dates.
Book return flights together using the calendar view. easyJet prices outbound and return legs independently. Using the Low Fare Finder to check the combination of departure day and return day, rather than defaulting to the same weekday each way, often surfaces better overall prices.
For a broader strategy on cutting flight costs, see our guide to how to get cheap flights from the UK, and our guide to the cheapest time of year to fly.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance can you book easyJet flights?
Currently around 12 to 13 months. easyJet releases flights in seasonal batches, and the booking window opens when each batch is launched. At any given time, the furthest-ahead dates available sit roughly 12 to 13 months from today.
When does easyJet release summer flights?
The summer batch, covering mid-June to mid-September, is typically released in late July of the previous year. The summer 2026 batch went on sale on 22 July 2025. Expect the summer 2027 batch around the same time in 2026.
What time does easyJet release flights?
New batches typically go live at 9am on the release date. easyJet announces the time in advance via its newsletter and the flights-release page on its website.
Is it cheaper to book easyJet flights on release day?
For peak dates, yes. easyJet’s pricing starts low and rises as seats fill. For school holiday weeks, Easter, Christmas and the main summer months, release day is usually the lowest price you will see for that flight.
Does easyJet release flights at midnight?
No. New batches are released during business hours, typically at 9am. There is no midnight drop of flights or fares on easyJet.
Do easyJet flight prices drop after release day?
In most cases, no. Once the initial batch is sold, prices rise as seats fill. There is a small window around five to six weeks before departure where off-peak routes can soften slightly, but this is not a reliable strategy for peak dates. Read our full guide on whether easyJet flights get cheaper closer to the date for more detail.
Last updated: May 2026.
Kate Acaster is Chief Editor at Flight Tribe. She writes about practical travel planning, budget airlines, baggage rules, city breaks, beach holidays and good hotels that do not cost daft money.
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