Ryanair introduces new route to 'beautiful' European city that's perfect for Christmas

Ryanair has unveiled plans to introduce a new flight route to the lesser-known European city of Rzeszów in Poland, starting from October. The budget airline will operate flights twice a week to and from the Polish city.

This development follows the cancellation of five flights from its Maastricht base, including Alicante, Bari, Girona, Porto, and Zadar, and the confirmation of the base's closure after October 2025.

AirAdvisor experts have scrutinised these changes, suggesting that the airline is pivoting towards destinations with heavy diaspora populations and underused regional airports.

They elaborated: "Ryanair's route reshuffle sends two clear signals: regional airports in the UK are getting more love, while underperforming bases like Maastricht are being cut loose.

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"For UK passengers, this creates more direct options from places like Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Norwich, but also leaves them exposed to short-notice route cancellations."

The launch of this flight route in October provides the Polish community in with a more affordable alternative for flying back to Poland over the period.

Fares are set to range between £15 and £30, resulting in savings of approximately £20 to £50 compared to booking routes with connections, reports .

Those planning to capitalise on cheaper routes for their winter holidays can also consider Rzeszów as a destination, complete with a charming Christmas market.

And the market square makes for a great historical and cultural destination even when it isn't the festive season.

Taking to TripAdvisor, one visitor wrote: "The History of Market Square in Rzeszów dates back to the 15th century, but the current look of the market is much different from its original form.

"It is the result of a great fire which broke out in the 19th century. No matter what, it is nowadays beautiful as well, especially during early morning or evening."

While another added: "Remarkable selection of things to eat and drink for dinner and dessert or appetiser for noshing while you sit and watch the go by. Absolutely beautiful in all the seasons."