Jet2 launches two brand-new routes as it trebles size of its Jersey programme for Summer 27
Jet2 has today announced two brand-new routes to Jersey for Summer 27, seeing the award-winning airline and UK's largest tour operator expand its biggest-ever programme to the island even further.
The company has put exclusive new routes on sale connecting Jersey with both Bournemouth and London Stansted Airports, giving customers even more choice and flexibility.
These new services mean that Jet2 will operate eight routes, including five that are new, between the mainland and Jersey during Summer 27. This connects the island with a wider range of destinations across the UK mainland than ever.
Almost 155,000 seats are now on sale from Jersey for Summer 27, representing a trebling of capacity. This is Jet2’s biggest-ever Jersey programme, a significant investment and demonstration of commitment to the island. To celebrate, the company has also launched an offer giving customers £60 off Jet2holiday bookings to Jersey.
The expansion reflects the strong demand from customers and independent travel agents wanting to fly with Jet2 and enjoy the company’s award-winning customer service.
The programme also gives islanders fantastic choice when it comes to reaching the UK mainland with the following programme now on sale for Summer 27.
The programme is as follows:
NEW FOR SUMMER 27 London Stansted (exclusive) – three flights per week, operating Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
NEW FOR SUMMER 27 Bournemouth (exclusive) – weekly flights operating on Saturdays.
NEW FOR SUMMER 27 Birmingham – three flights per week, operating Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
NEW FOR SUMMER 27 Bristol – two flights per week, operating Monday and Friday.
East Midlands (exclusive) – two flights per week, operating Tuesday and Saturday.
Leeds Bradford (exclusive) – three flights per week, operating Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
NEW FOR SUMMER 27 Manchester – three flights per week, operating Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
Newcastle (exclusive) – two flights per week, operating Tuesday and Saturday.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2, said: “We are delighted to be launching new routes from Bournemouth and London Stansted to Jersey, as well as delivering our biggest-ever Jersey programme for Summer 27.”
“Demand from customers and independent travel agents continues to be strong, and this significant growth means we are offering more choice and flexibility than ever before. With eight routes on sale and capacity growing threefold for next summer, customers can enjoy even more choice and connectivity. This represents a significant investment in our Jersey operation and is a real demonstration of our commitment to this fantastic island.”
Paul Holley, Head of Connectivity at Ports of Jersey said, "Jet2 adding Bournemouth and London Stansted to its already expanded Summer 2027 programme is fantastic news for Jersey. With the island accessible from new catchment areas, plus flight-only and Jet2holidays package options, these new routes will help reach important new markets and provide another significant boost for our visitor economy. The expansion to eight routes and the trebling of capacity for 2027 further demonstrates Jet2’s confidence in Jersey, while increasing choice for islanders travelling to the UK."
Tricia Warwick, Chief Executive of Visit Jersey said, "Jet2's continued confidence in Jersey is wonderful news for islanders and visitors alike, and we are delighted to welcome visitors from Bournemouth and London Stansted in 2027. These new routes make Jersey easy-to-reach for visitors who may never have considered the island before, and present an opportunity to showcase our incredible landscapes, world-class food, and warm welcome to a wider audience. We look forward to working with Jet2 and Ports of Jersey to inspire travellers to choose Jersey for their next getaway."
For further information and to book, please visit: www.jet2.com or www.jet2holidays.com
Independent travel agents can visit: trade.jet2holidays.com
