Published 12 June 2026 | Updated 9 October 2026 by Kate Acaster
When does Jet2 release flights? About 18 months before the first departures for summer, and 16 to 17 months ahead for winter sun. Summer 2028 went on sale on 8 October 2026, covering Easter to the October half-term holidays, so every Jet2 season from this winter to October 2028 is now bookable. If you want the widest choice of dates, hotels and seats, the day Jet2 opens a season is the right time to search.
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Which Jet2 flights are on sale now?
Jet2 sells four seasons at once for most of the year. Here’s what you can book today, and when the next two seasons are likely to open.
| SEASON | ON SALE SINCE | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026/27 | June 2025 | On sale Departures from November 2026 |
| Summer 2027 | 15 October 2025 | On sale |
| Winter 2027/28 | 11 June 2026 | On sale |
| Summer 2028 | 8 October 2026 | On sale Easter to October half-term 2028 |
| Winter 2028/29 | Not yet | Expected around June 2027 |
| Summer 2029 | Not yet | Expected around October 2027 |
The summer programme: when does Jet2 release flights?
Summer 2028 went on sale on 8 October 2026 at all 14 of Jet2’s UK bases at once. It runs from Easter to the October half-term holidays, with more than 20.9 million seats on 533 routes to 64 destinations. The two new routes are Belfast International to Bourgas in Bulgaria and Bristol to Enfidha in Tunisia. Jet2 says it brought the launch forward because customers kept asking when they could book. Summer 2027 opened a week later in the calendar, on 15 October 2025.
“Jet2 has made the waiting game easy to read. Each new summer lands at every UK base on the same day, and Summer 2028 came a week earlier than last year’s launch. If you need a particular school-holiday week, book in the first few days, while the best hotels and family rooms are still there. If your dates can move, waiting for one of Jet2’s sales is the better bet.”
Kate Acaster, Chief Editor, Flight Tribe
How far in advance does Jet2 release flights?
For summer programmes, Jet2 now releases seats about 18 months before the season starts: Summer 2028, which begins at Easter 2028, went on sale in October 2026. Winter is different: Jet2 puts its winter sun programme on sale around 16 to 17 months ahead. Winter 2027/28 went on sale on 11 June 2026, with almost 4.5 million seats to 17 destinations, and Jet2 said it was the first airline or tour operator to open that season. Jet2 doesn’t publish a fixed annual release calendar, but the pattern has been consistent in recent years.
| AIRLINE | RELEASE WINDOW | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Jet2 | About 18 months for summer | Summer 2028 on sale 8 October 2026 |
| Ryanair | Up to about 13 months | Summer 2027 on sale, bookable to 30 October 2027 |
| easyJet | Up to about 12 months | Seasonal batches; bookable to 26 September 2027 |
When will Jet2 release Summer 2029 flights?
Summer 2029 isn’t on sale yet, and Jet2 hasn’t given a date. Its recent record is the best guide: Summer 2027 opened on 15 October 2025 and Summer 2028 on 8 October 2026. If that holds, expect Summer 2029 in early October 2027. Winter 2028/29 should come first, around June 2027, if Jet2 keeps its usual winter timing. We update this page each time a new Jet2 season goes on sale.
How Jet2 compares with other UK airlines
Most UK airlines release their schedules in batches over several months. Ryanair is currently selling flights about 13 months ahead, to 30 October 2027. easyJet releases flights in seasonal batches and is bookable to 26 September 2027. Jet2 releases its entire summer programme across every UK base in a single announcement, which makes planning more predictable. TUI, its closest package-holiday rival, had not opened Summer 2028 as of 9 October 2026.
Does Jet2 release all airports at the same time?
Yes. The entire summer programme goes on sale at the same time across every Jet2 UK base. Summer 2028 launched across all 14 of them: Belfast International, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle. Both flight-only bookings and Jet2holidays packages go on sale at the same time. There’s no staggered release by region or airport.
Should you book the moment Jet2 releases seats?
Early availability gives you the widest choice, though not always the lowest price. Jet2 uses dynamic pricing, so peak dates such as school holidays and half-terms cost more whenever you book, and the best seats and package options on busy routes go quickly. A £60 per person deposit secures a Jet2holidays booking, and you can spread the rest in monthly payments. For pricing windows, see our guides to Jet2 flight sale dates and the best time to book a holiday in the UK.
How to be notified when Jet2 releases new flights
Jet2 announces new seasons through press releases on jet2.com and by email if you have a registered account. After launch, Flight Tribe publishes a deal post each time Jet2 runs a promotion. Our other Jet2 guides cover the Jet2 cancellation policy, Jet2 baggage allowance, and whether Jet2 travel insurance is worth it.
Frequently asked questions
Are Jet2 Summer 2028 flights on sale?
Yes. Jet2 put Summer 2028 flights and holidays on sale on 8 October 2026 from all 14 UK bases, covering Easter to the October half-term holidays 2028.
When will Jet2 release Summer 2029 flights?
Jet2 hasn’t announced a date. Summer 2027 opened on 15 October 2025 and Summer 2028 on 8 October 2026, so early October 2027 is the likeliest window.
When does Jet2 release its winter programme?
Jet2’s winter programme, covering November to March, goes on sale around 16 to 17 months ahead. Winter 2027/28 went on sale on 11 June 2026, and Jet2 doesn’t publish future release dates in advance.
Does Jet2 release all airports on the same date?
Yes. The full summer programme goes on sale across every Jet2 UK base at the same time. There’s no waiting for individual airports or regions to be added separately.
Are early Jet2 flights cheaper than booking later?
Not automatically. Jet2 uses dynamic pricing, so peak-date routes can be expensive at launch. Prices sometimes drop during Jet2 sales, which typically occur two to four times a year after the initial release.
Can I book Jet2 flights more than 12 months in advance?
Yes. Jet2 put Summer 2028 on sale on 8 October 2026, about 18 months before the first Easter 2028 departures, so its summer programme is bookable well over a year ahead.
Is Jet2 the first UK airline to release summer flights?
Usually. Jet2 says it was the first major operator to put Summer 2028 on sale, on 8 October 2026, and the first to open Winter 2027/28. TUI hadn’t opened Summer 2028 as of 9 October 2026, and Ryanair and easyJet sell only around 12 to 13 months ahead.
How do I get alerts when Jet2 releases new routes?
Register a Jet2 account to receive email notifications, or check the news section of jet2.com. Flight Tribe also publishes a deal post each time Jet2 runs a promotion after the initial release.
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.
Kate has travelled through Europe, South America and beyond, usually with a notebook, a half-formed plan and a strong opinion on airport snacks. At Flight Tribe, her work focuses on helping UK travellers understand what is included, what costs extra, and whether a trip is worth booking at the price shown.
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