Jet2.com is adding a new direct route from Leeds Bradford Airport to Tivat, Montenegro, for summer 2027, giving holidaymakers across Yorkshire and northern England easier access to the Bay of Kotor and the wider Adriatic coast. The weekly Monday service will operate from May 10 to September 27, 2027, placing one of Montenegro’s most attractive coastal gateways within direct reach of the UK regional market.
The route will be exclusive to Jet2 from Leeds Bradford Airport and marks the first time Montenegro will be served directly from the airport and the Yorkshire region. The launch strengthens Jet2’s summer 2027 programme while widening the range of Mediterranean alternatives available to travelers seeking coastal scenery, resort stays and cultural experiences beyond traditional holiday hotspots.
Leeds Bradford Gains Its First Direct Montenegro Route
For Leeds Bradford Airport, the new service adds another leisure option during the busiest months of the European summer season. Jet2 has confirmed that its summer 2027 schedule from the airport will be its largest to date, with almost two million seats on sale across 53 routes.
Tivat joins four other brand-new routes from Leeds Bradford: Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, along with Preveza and Santorini in Greece. The additions underline the growing importance of destination choice as travelers look for direct flights to established favorites and emerging leisure markets.
The Tivat service will operate once a week on Mondays, supporting seven-night and longer stays during the peak holiday period. For passengers based in Yorkshire and surrounding areas, the new route reduces the need to travel through larger airports or arrange connecting flights.
Tivat Offers Coastal Scenery and Premium Hospitality
Tivat sits on Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, where mountain landscapes meet the Adriatic coastline. The destination has built a strong profile around marina tourism, waterfront promenades, beaches and access to nearby historic towns.
The official tourism offering highlights Porto Montenegro and Luštica Bay as two major marina villages, alongside premium hotels including Regent Porto Montenegro and The Chedi Luštica Bay. This combination supports leisure travel, yacht tourism and meetings and events demand, while giving visitors a choice of upscale accommodation and waterfront experiences.
Tivat also offers a calmer side of Mediterranean travel. Visitors can explore smaller beaches and piers, take hiking trips, visit the Nautical Museum or enjoy the harbor area where yachts and coastal views shape the atmosphere. The destination therefore appeals to travelers seeking both relaxed seaside stays and more polished hospitality experiences.
Bay of Kotor and Coastal Resorts Benefit from Better Access
The impact of the new flight extends beyond Tivat itself. The airport serves as a gateway to several well-known Montenegrin resorts and coastal communities, including Budva, Becici, Herceg Novi and the Bay of Kotor.
Budva offers beaches, restaurants and a lively resort atmosphere, while Becici provides a more relaxed coastal setting. Herceg Novi adds another option for travelers interested in waterfront stays and regional exploration. Kotor Bay remains one of the country’s defining attractions, combining dramatic scenery with historic towns and maritime heritage.
The route can support hotels, restaurants, local transport providers, excursion operators and small businesses across the coast. Direct air access often plays a decisive role in destination competitiveness because it makes trip planning simpler and improves the appeal of shorter breaks.
Montenegro Strengthens Its Position in Mediterranean Tourism
Montenegro continues to gain visibility among travelers comparing alternatives across the Mediterranean. Its compact size allows visitors to combine beaches, mountain landscapes, old towns, marinas and national parks within a single itinerary.
For Jet2, the Leeds Bradford–Tivat service expands a Mediterranean and North African leisure portfolio that already includes major destinations in Spain, Greece and Egypt. For Montenegro, the route creates a new link with a valuable UK outbound market and brings additional visitors directly into a key coastal tourism region.
The launch also reflects a wider shift in holiday demand. Travelers still value familiar resort markets, but many are increasingly looking for destinations that feel distinctive while remaining easy to reach. Tivat meets that demand with direct access, coastal scenery, premium hospitality and links to some of Montenegro’s best-known attractions.
New Route Supports Summer Tourism Growth
When the first Jet2 flight departs Leeds Bradford in May 2027, it will open a new chapter for UK–Montenegro tourism from northern England. The route gives travelers a straightforward path to Tivat and the Bay of Kotor while strengthening the airport’s growing leisure network.
With weekly flights through late September, the service is positioned to support peak-season demand and generate wider benefits across Montenegro’s tourism economy. For British holidaymakers, the message is clear: the Adriatic coast is becoming easier to reach, and Tivat is moving firmly into the summer travel spotlight.
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