Jet2 extends winter service from Birmingham amid strong early bookings
Jet2 has announced an extension of its programme between Birmingham Airport and Enfidha–Hammamet International Airport in Tunisia, moving to operate beyond the previously scheduled end of the Summer 2027 season in response to strong demand from early bookers across the Midlands.
The timetable change means services will now run until 27 November 2027 before resuming on 12 February 2028 and continuing throughout the Summer 2028 season. Flights are planned to operate on a twice-weekly basis — Wednesdays and Saturdays — giving passengers additional flexibility for winter and spring breaks.
What the change means for Birmingham travellers and agents
Jet2 described the response to the new Tunisian route, launched for Summer 2027, as strong among customers and independent travel agents. The operator extended the season after early bookings showed sustained interest in winter sunshine breaks to the North African destination.
"The response to the launch of Tunisia for Summer 2027 has been fantastic."
For residents of Birmingham and the wider West Midlands, the extension creates new options for half-term and school holiday travel. The airline specifically cited greater opportunity for families during both the October and February half-term periods, which are peak booking windows for regional leisure travel.
Destinations and capacity
Customers from Birmingham will be able to choose from a range of Tunisian resorts promoted by Jet2, each offering different holiday experiences. The operator lists Hammamet, Yasmine Hammamet, Port el Kantaoui, Sousse, Skanes and Mahdia as available resorts on the programme.
- Twice-weekly services: Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Extended end date for Summer 2027 season: 27 November 2027
- Service resumes for Spring/Summer: 12 February 2028
Operational timeline
Jet2 had originally scheduled the Birmingham–Enfidha route to run until 30 October 2027. The carrier's decision to continue flights through late November and to recommence in February signals confidence in year-round leisure demand for Tunisia from the Midlands market.
| Period | Service |
|---|---|
| Summer 2027 (original end) | Previously scheduled until 30 October 2027 |
| Extended winter 2027 | Operating through 27 November 2027 |
| Winter/Spring 2028 | Resumes 12 February 2028, then throughout Summer 2028 |
Local implications and context
For Birmingham Airport the expansion underlines a broader strategy among carriers to broaden seasonal routes into year-round or extended-season services where demand allows. For local travel agents and hospitality firms in the city and the wider West Midlands, the move offers the prospect of increased bookings across traditionally quieter months.
Passengers benefit from steadier capacity and scheduling choices during school holidays and half-term weeks; independent travel agents gain an extended selling season for the Tunisian product. For families looking to travel from Birmingham, the twice-weekly schedule provides more options for planning short breaks without needing connecting flights from other UK hubs.
What customers should check
Jet2 has placed additional seats on sale in line with the extended programme. Travellers planning trips to Tunisia from Birmingham should verify flight dates and holiday package availability with Jet2 or their travel agent, and review any entry requirements for Tunisia that may apply at the time of travel.
By extending the Birmingham route, Jet2 is responding to a clear market signal from early bookers for winter sun and mid-term family travel — a development likely to be welcomed by both passengers and the regional travel industry.
