Leading airline British Airways has put twice-weekly flights on sale to Portugal from Newcastle Airport after the government added the country to England’s ‘Green List’.

From May 29, the airline will fly to Faro twice a week from the North East airport after Portugal was added to the Green List, meaning people will not have to quarantine on their return to the UK.

“We are delighted to see further investment by British Airways into Newcastle International Airport, demonstrating their confidence in our region and airport,” said Leon McQuaid, Head of Aviation Development at Newcastle International Airport.

“We know there is pent-up demand for leisure travel to Portugal and British Airway’s announcement today (Friday) is brilliant news for the North East travelling public looking for a well-deserved sunshine break.”

Countries on the Green List such as Portugal, Gibraltar, Israel, and Iceland will require individuals to take one Covid-19 before they return and a further polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test after they arrive back in the UK.  

 “We're pleased that our customers are able to start travelling again to some countries, including Portugal, and we've put on additional flights from London, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh to Faro to help people get moving,” added British Airways' Chairman and CEO Sean Doyle.

Flights between Newcastle International Airport and Faro, Portugal are on sale now at www.britishairways.com.