Skybus has cancelled its flights between Newquay and London Gatwick, with the final flights on the route set for April 2, 2026. The route was operating under a Public Service Obligation (PSO) contract scheduled to conclude on May 31, 2026. Skybus cited a huge rise in fuel costs and a significant drop in bookings as reasons for the cancellation.
21 per gallon between just before the first US-Israeli strikes on Iran and last Thursday, according to industry sources. Cornwall Council had already agreed to scrap the service in February 2026 after failing to find a tender to continue the PSO, as reported by local officials. Skybus stepped in to operate the route on November 23, 2025, after Eastern Airways went bust.
Passengers affected by cancellations will receive full refunds. EasyJet is set to launch a twice-weekly service from Newquay to London starting June 23, 2026, according to airline announcements. Ryanair continues to operate year-round flights from Newquay to London Stansted Airport, as confirmed by the airline.
Airlines are cancelling flights proactively to avoid compensation claims for last-minute cancellations, industry analysts note. The cancellation decision was beyond Cornwall Airport Newquay's control, airport officials stated.