Jet2 Doubled UK to Channel Islands Flights for Summer 2026

Jet2, a leading leisure airline, has almost doubled its flights from the UK to Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, with an increased capacity on flights from Newcastle and a new route from Bournemouth.

The new route from Bournemouth will be the airline’s sixth new route announced for Summer 2026. It is set to operate twice weekly from the 25th of July through to the 29th of September, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The timing makes it ideal for short breaks and long weekends.

From the 26th of May to the 29th of September, an additional flight will be added to Newcastle, which will be operated on Saturdays, increasing the number of weekly flights from the Northeast to Jersey to two.

In addition, the seasons from East Midlands and Leeds Bradford Airport will also be extended and will now operate from the 24th of May through October.

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2 and Jet2holidays, said, “We are delighted to be significantly expanding our Jersey program for Summer 26, following continued demand from customers and independent travel agents. The addition of this brand-new and exclusive route from Bournemouth Airport, on top of additional capacity and extended seasons across three other UK bases, means we are offering a great choice of flights departing from four of our UK airports next summer. With weekend and midweek flights available, customers have plenty of choice and flexibility when it comes to enjoying a getaway to Jersey next summer with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays.”

Tricia Warwick, Chief Executive of Visit Jersey, added, “Jet2’s decision to add new routes and increased capacity to Jersey is a significant boost for the island and our visitor economy. Connectivity is crucial for Jersey, and this expanded access will make it easier for more visitors to experience our beautiful island. We look forward to continued collaboration with Jet2 and Ports of Jersey to further strengthen Jersey’s position as a visitor destination.”

The changes and new routes mean that 50,000 seats will be available from UK airports to the Channel Islands in the Summer of 2026.

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