In a statement, EasyJet said it "noted" the government’s decision to impose a quarantine requirement for those travelling from France, as well as Malta and the Netherlands.

"We plan to operate our full schedule in the coming days," said easyJet.

"Customers who no longer wish to travel can transfer their flights without a change fee, or receive a voucher for the value of the booking.

"Should any flights be cancelled for later in August, customers will be notified and informed of their options – which include transferring to an alternative flight free of charge, receiving a voucher, or applying for a refund via a webform."

Transport secretary Grant Shapps confirmed the government’s intention to revoke a further six quarantine-free travel corridors shortly before 10pm on Thursday (13 August) – France, Malta, the Netherlands, Monaco, Turks & Caicos, and Aruba.

Arrivals into the UK from any of the six countries will be required to self-isolate for two weeks.