THREE destinations in France are being ditched by Ryanair this winter.
Ryanair announced it would be axing flights from three airports in France later this year due to the “astronomical” rise in air tax by the French government.
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Ryanair said in a statement that the decision to stop routes to cities such as Brive, is because of the French government’s decision to increase air tax by 180 per cent which they called “astronomical”.
The airline added: “In response to this government tax, Ryanair will cease operations to Bergerac, Brive, and Strasbourg, and reduce capacity at several other French airports.”
Ryanair currently operates two flights per week between London and Brive which is the biggest commune in Corrèze, and it’s capital is Tulle.
Direct flights from London Stansted to Brive will stop after October 24, 2025.
But if you manage to visit before then, you can explore local distilleries and even Lamy Chocolate Factory which create sweet treats.
Brive has a large food market held three times a week in Georges Brassens Hall with more than 200 sellers where you can pick up lots of tasty local produce.
In the winter months, Brive is known for holding traditional winter fairs called Foires Grasses.
It also holds Foires Franches, a summer fair which has children’s fairground rides, markets, games throughout the town and firework displays.
Other destinations that have been axed are Strasbourg, aka the Capital of Christmas.
The third destination that Ryanair will no longer fly to is Bergerac.
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Bosses at this French airport even fear that the terminal could close as a result.
Last week, Christophe Fauvel, president of the Dordogne Chamber of Commerce (CCI) explained that Ryanair stopping flights could lead to the closure of Bergerac Airport.
Talking to French media, Christophe said: “It is what happens next that worries us.
“If Ryanair decides to follow through on its threat and leaves Bergerac for good the airport may face closure”.
Bergerac Airport estimates that it will lose 18,000 passengers and a seven per cent loss of its annual passenger numbers.
Last year, Ryanair pulled its service to Bordeaux Airport – a decision that was finalised in October 2024.
In early 2025, the airline also cut its route to Vatry.
For anyone going away for the summer, check out this full list of UK airline hand luggage rules for peace of mind.
And take a look at this underrated French city that has a ‘bit of everything’ with picturesque beaches and new cheap hotels.
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