Gurassa, who is also a senior independent director, and Martin, an independent non-executive director and chair of the airline’s finance committee, will both leave their posts after nine years.

Martin will step down on 31 August, while Gurassa will remain in post until the end of the year to provide continuity as the carrier weathers the coronavirus crisis.

The airline’s nominations committee will review the composition of the board and its committees before seeking to make new appointments.

Chairman John Barton said: "On behalf of the board, I would like to thank both Charles and Andy for their very significant contribution to easyJet over the past nine years.

"We have benefitted greatly from their wise counsel and I am pleased that we will continue to do so over the next few months as we navigate the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. They will leave us with the board’s deep gratitude and best wishes."