
British holidaymakers looking to escape to Jersey next summer have more options, with brand-new Jet2 routes launching from Birmingham and Bristol airports.The airline is also adding more flights from Manchester, giving more options for travellers across the Midlands, South West and North West.The airline is already set to ramp up its Jersey capacity by more than 140 per cent compared to this summer. Birmingham will see three flights a week taking off on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from May 2 through to October 10, 2027.More flights will go between the UK and Jersey | JET2Bristol will get two weekly departures on Mondays and Fridays, running from May 14 until October 11. Manchester’s expanded service will also run three times weekly on the same days as Birmingham, but with a season stretching right through to October 31.With these additions, Jet2 now flies to Jersey from six UK airports in total, including East Midlands, Leeds Bradford and Newcastle International.During peak times, that means 15 weekly flights and close to 120,000 seats up for grabs.CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, Steve Heapy, said: “We are delighted to be significantly expanding our Jersey programme for Summer 2027, with a great choice of flights now departing from six UK airports as a result. Thanks to the addition of the new routes and the existing programme, we are offering fantastic choice to Jersey.”Customers and independent travel agents are wanting to book ahead and get their summer holidays sorted and now we are giving them an even greater selection of destinations to choose from. With weekend and midweek flights available, customers have plenty of opportunity to visit the stunning island of Jersey with Jet2 in Summer 2027.”Chief executive of Ports of Jersey, Matt Thomas, added: “The growth that Jet2 has announced for 2027 demonstrates the growing confidence airlines have in Jersey. Increased capacity and a longer season deliver greater choice and improved connectivity. It’s a great boost for our tourism industry, making Jersey more accessible to key UK markets and providing more flexibility for Islanders.”Chief executive of Visit Jersey, Tricia Warwick, said: “Jet2’s expanded service and increased capacity for 2027 is a real vote of confidence in Jersey as a destination, and we are delighted for more visitors from across the UK to discover our island. Jersey has so much to offer, from our warm welcome and fascinating history to our stunning coastline, countless outdoor adventures, and vibrant dining scene.Jersey has a lot to offer, with everything from beautiful beaches to historic castles | GETTY”The addition of new routes from Birmingham and Bristol to Jersey, along with additional capacity and an extended season, is a great boost for the island’s visitor economy and local businesses. “We look forward to continuing our work with Jet2 and Ports of Jersey, and to inspiring prospective visitors from these new markets to choose Jersey for their next getaway.”Deputy Kirsten Morel, Minister for Sustainable Economic Development, said: “Jet2’s significant expansion for summer 2027 is excellent news for Jersey’s visitor economy. The strength of its flight-only and Jet2holidays packages will bring new visitors to Jersey and support our local businesses, making it easier to discover everything our island has to offer.”The island itself packs plenty into its compact nine-by-five-mile frame, from gorgeous sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters to historic castles and charming cobbled streets.