Jersey to Bournemouth flights to start in 2026
PAPeople in Jersey will be able to fly directly to Bournemouth in 2026 after an airline increased the number of flights it offers to the island.
Jet2 will operate the twice-weekly route to the south coast town in England between July and September in 2026.
The additional flights are part of a wider expansion by the airline which it said would offer 50% more seats to and from the island compared to 2025.
Jersey's government confirmed the expansion was a direct result of its £2m funding package to persuade more airlines to fly new routes to the island.
The government's Better Business Support Package will spend the £2m over 2025 and 2026 to support route development.
It has already assisted airline Blue Islands in February by reducing landing fees in Jersey for its service to Paris.
Guernsey Ports said the support for Jet2 was "similar" to the assistance given to Blue Islands but did not confirm if it was through reduced landing fees.
'Attractive destination'
Ports of Jersey's chief operating officer, Stephen King, said the airline's expansion provided "a major boost for connectivity, tourism, and the local economy."
Jet2 said the Bournemouth service would provide more than 7,000 seats for both islanders and visitors.
It said it would also offer an extra weekly flight to Newcastle and an extended summer seasons for flights to East Midlands and Leeds Bradford airports.
"Jet2's continued investment in Jersey is a strong vote of confidence in our Island and its future as an attractive destination," said Mr King.
'Significant boost'
The new flights have been backed by the Government of Jersey's better business support package.
The minister for sustainable economic development, deputy Kirsten Morel, said he was "delighted" by Jet2's investment which could add "thousands" of additional visitors.
The chief executive of Visit Jersey, Tricia Warwick, said it was a "significant boost" for the island and the visitor economy.
"Connectivity is crucial for Jersey, and this expanded access will make it easier for more visitors to experience our beautiful island," she said.
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