Ryanair adds 6 new flights between the UK and Spain departing next week

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Ryanair has put on more flights next week

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Sarra Gray

By Sarra Gray


Published: 04/03/2026

- 10:29

Updated: 04/03/2026

- 10:51

Holidaymakers can book onto new flights departing next week

Ryanair has updated its schedule with extra flights travelling between the UK and a Spanish city, starting on Tuesday.

The boosted capacity will cater to those planning to attend Champions League Last 16 games.


The first match will take place at home for Newcastle at St James' Park on Tuesday, March 10.

The second game will be at home for Barcelona, taking place at Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday, March 18.

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Ryanair has put on more flights next week

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Barcelona-Newcastle

  • Tuesday, March 10 - 5.55am
  • Thursday, March 19 - 11.20am
  • Thursday, March 19 - 7.25pm

Newcastle-Barcelona

  • Wednesday, March 11 - 3.40pm
  • Wednesday, March 18 - 6.20am
  • Wednesday, March 18 - 8.30am

The budget airline has added more capacity, with a total of 1,200 extra seats, sure to delight football fans. This includes three flights from Barcelona to Newcastle, and a further three from Newcastle to Barcelona.

Ryanair’s director of comms, Jade Kirwan said: “Ryanair has good news for football fans looking to soak up the atmosphere of the Champions League Last 16 Newcastle vs. Barcelona matches with the first leg kicking off on Tuesday, March 10 in Newcastle and the second on Wednesday, March 18 in Barcelona, with the addition of extra 1,200 seats between the two cities.

"We expect these extra Ryanair seats to sell out fast, so don’t miss out, head over to the Ryanair app and make sure to get them before they’re gone."

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The flights will cater to football fans

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This comes just days after Ryanair announced new routes from seven UK airports to top destinations, including Spain and Portugal.

Ryanair has unveiled its Summer 2026 schedule across seven UK airports, offering Britons a wide range of destinations from as little as £29.99.

Flights will travel to must-visit holiday spots such as Alicante, Faro, Malaga, Tenerife, Corfu and more.

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