Arrival comes after Jet2 winsfive awards at the Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association Travel Awards includingEdinburgh Airport Sustainability Award
Celebrations were in the air on Friday (1st November), as Jet2.com and Jet2holidays welcomed their first new Airbus A321neo aircraft at Edinburgh Airport and marked the occasion with a special customer event.
Customers on Friday’s Edinburgh to Tenerife flight, which is the first flight to be operated on the new Airbus A321neo aircraft from the airport, were surprised by the leading leisure airline and UK’s largest tour operator with a VIP customer experience at the departure gate. As well as receiving a red-carpet welcome, customers were also greeted with cupcakes and discount vouchers offering them money off their next flight or holiday.
The arrival of the first Airbus A321neo aircraft to be based at Edinburgh Airport comes just after Jet2.com were honoured for their sustainability efforts and awarded the Edinburgh Airport Sustainability Award at the 2024 Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association Travel Awards(SPAA) last night (Thursday 31st October).
In addition to receiving this award, Jet2.com won European Airline of the Year and Jet2holidays was named Short-Haul Operator of the Year in recognition of the companies’commitment to delivering a VIP customer service. To cap off a spectacular evening of success, Jet2CityBreaks scooped European City Break Operator of the Year and Aileen Rutherford (Business Development Manager at Jet2holidays) won Leisure Representative of the Year.
To support its ongoing growth and refresh their existing fleet, Jet2plc has a firm delivery stream of 146 new Airbus A321neo aircraft through to the 2035, and today’s celebration at Edinburgh Airport marks the first such aircraft to come into operation fromthe airport.
Including this aircraft, the companies now have ten of the new aircraft in service across three UK airports (Edinburgh, Manchester and Birmingham). For Summer 26, the companies will also operate the new Airbus A321neo aircraft from London Stansted and Glasgow for the first time.
With a capacity of 232 passengers, the new Airbus A321neo aircraft is over 20 per cent more fuel efficient than older aircraft and has a lower noise footprint of 50 per cent. This enables Jet2.com and Jet2holidays to grow more sustainably in line with the demand for award-winning flights and holidays.
The introduction of more fuel-efficient aircraft at their airports is just part of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ journey to net zero by 2050, in line with Government targets.
In May, the company published an updated sustainability strategy describing the progress Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have already achieved In The Air, On The Ground and In Resort on their journey to net zero since the publication of their first sustainability strategy in September 2021.
As well as further reducing emissions per passenger, the fleet of new aircraft will support the ongoing growth of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays.
Steve Heapy, CEO at Jet2.com & Jet2holidays, said: “Today is a special day for Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, as we welcome our first brand-new Airbus A321neo aircraft to come into operation at Edinburgh Airport and celebrate five award wins at theScottish Passenger Agents’ Association Travel Awards(SPAA).
“We are extremely proud and grateful for Edinburgh Airport to award us its Sustainability Award and recognise our commitment to sustainability, as evidenced by the arrival of this new aircraft today.
He added: “The addition of this new aircraft at Edinburgh Airport plays a huge role in supporting our continued growth, whilst providing customers with more choice, comfort and quality than ever before.
“As well as enabling us to continue delivering our VIP customer service, the introduction of the Airbus A321neo not only helps us to reduce fuel emissions per passenger but also our noise footprint.
“We are delighted to now have our new Airbus A321neo aircraft based at three airports and have further plans to welcome them at even more of our airports in the future. We look forward to welcoming customers in Scotland on the new aircraft and taking them on their well-deserved holidays.”
Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport, said:“The whole industry is aware of the need to play its part in the move to Net Zero and an important part of this will be investing in a modern and efficient fleet, something we are seeing today as Jet2.com introduces the first of its A321neo aircraft to operations at Edinburgh Airport.
“This is one of the most advanced aircrafts available on the market and we are thrilled to see it operating out of the capital. It demonstrates the ability to add sustainable growth while maintaining a wide variety of destinations for passengers who are looking forward to a well-earned holiday.”
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has teamed up with airline Jet2.com for its new 2025 fly-cruise programme.
Between October and November 2025, Fred. Olsen’s smaller ship Balmoral will play host on a range of Mediterranean sailings, with Jet2.com to operate chartered flights from London Stansted and Manchester.
With cruises ranging from seven to 12-nights, guests will have opportunities to take in the charming cliff-top towns of Cinque Terre and the Amalfi, the beautiful Bay of Kotor and the enchanting Greek islands. Ashore, they can discover the origins of Flamenco dancing, sip Jerez sherry, wander the Dalmatian markets and witness Krka Waterfall.
Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Services at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “We are really excited about this new partnership with Jet2.com for Balmoral’s 2025 Mediterranean fly-cruise programme.
“They are renowned for their customer service, and as such will complement the high standard of service that our guests come to expect from us. This collaboration highlights our commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences for our guests, before they even step foot aboard one of our ships.
“A fly-cruise is perfect for guests who want to maximise their time ashore, by reducing the time in sailing from the UK. Plus, guests can tailor their holiday by booking onto consecutive fly-cruises for those looking to enjoy a longer autumnal break in the sunshine.”
Fred. Olsen’s fly-cruise fare includes economy flights and transfers to and from the ship, a luggage allowance of 22kg, plus 10kg of hand luggage.
Balmoral will be operating six fly-cruise sailings in the Mediterranean in 2025, as follows:
Balmoral’s 10-night L2524 ‘Spanish Colours and Cultures’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 17th September 2025. Prices start from £1,599 per person.
Experience Ibiza’s renowned sunset from the decks of Balmoral Enjoy authentic Spanish cuisines, such as tapas and Jerez sherry Visit the iconic landmark of the Sagrada Familia Cathedral Itinerary: Southampton, UK – La Coruna, Spain – Cadiz, Spain – Ibiza, Spain – Cruising by Benirras Beach at sunset, Ibiza, Spain – Barcelona Spain – Valencia, Spain (overnight port) For more details: Visit L2524 ‘Spanish Colours and Cultures’
Balmoral’s 10-night L2525 ‘Colourful Cliffside Towns of the Amalfi Coast’ cruise, departing from Valencia, Spain, on 27th September 2025. Prices start from £1,799 per person.
Marvel at beautiful Cinque Terre, Bonifacio and the Amalfi Coast Experience ‘la dolce vita’, Italy’s culture of enjoying life’s pleasures Savour limoncello, scialatielli pasta and Italian pizza Itinerary: Valencia, Spain (overnight port) – Cruising by Benirras Beach at sunset, Ibiza, Spain – Mahon, Menorca, Spain – Propriano, Corsica, France – La Spezia, Italy – Salerno, Italy – Cruising Amalfi Coast and Capri, Italy – Naples, Italy – Sorrento Italy, Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy (overnight port) For more details: Visit L2525 ‘Colourful Cliffside Towns of the Amalfi Coast’
Balmoral’s 10-night L2526 ‘Bays, Mountains and Islands of the Dalmatian Coast’ cruise, departing from Civitavecchia, Italy, on 7th October 2025. Prices start from £1,799 per person.
Experience the beauty of the Dalmatian Coast from Balmoral Visit Lake Bled, Lokrum Island and Krka Waterfalls Immerse yourself in authentic Croatian culture Itinerary: Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy (overnight port) – Cruising by Stromboli, Italy – Cruising the Strait of Messina, Italy – Cruising Bay of Kotor, Montenegro – Kotor Montenegro – Koper, Slovenia – Cruising St Anthony Channel, Croatia – Sibenik, Croatia – Split, Croatia – Cruising by Mount Biokovo, Makarska Riviera, Croatia – Dubrovnik, Croatia (overnight port) For more details: Visit L2526 ‘Bays, Mountains and Islands of the Dalmatian Coast’
Balmoral’s eight-night L2527 ‘Greek Island Odyssey’ cruise, departing from Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 17th October 2025. Prices start from £1,599 per person.
Explore the idyllic island of Santorini and Zakynthos’ coastline Indulge in authentic Greek cuisine and watch traditional dancing Visit the renowned ruins of the Acropolis in Athens Itinerary: Dubrovnik, Croatia (overnight port) – Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece – Cruising Zakynthos coastline, Greece – Kalamata, Greece – Piraeus (for Athens), Greece – Thira, Santorini, Greece – Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece – Rhodes, Greece (overnight port) For more details: Visit L2527 ‘Greek Island Odyssey’
Balmoral’s 12-night L2528 ‘Discovering Turkish Treasures’ cruise, departing from Rhodes, Greece, on 25th October 2025. Prices start from £1,999 per person.
Explore a multitude of renowned European landmarks Embrace local Turkish traditions, and enjoy the fragrant local tea Delve into the winding streets of the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul Itinerary: Rhodes, Greece (overnight port) – Bodrum, Turkey – Kusadasi, Turkey – Istanbul, Turkey – Valletta, Malta – Malaga, Spain (overnight port) For more details: Visit L2528 ‘Discovering Turkish Treasures’
Balmoral’s seven-night L2529 ‘Mountain Landscapes of Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar’ cruise, departing from Malaga, Spain, on 6th November 2025. Prices start from £1,099 per person.
Explore the mountainous landscapes of Iberia Experience flamenco dance and soulful fado music Embrace cuisines such as gazpacho, sardines and pasteis de nata Itinerary: Malaga, Spain (overnight port) – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruise Mouth of River Tagus, Belem Tower and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Cruising by the Monument of the Discoveries, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal (overnight stay) – Southampton, UK
Book online, call Reservations on 0800 0355 215 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm), or contact your ABTA travel agent.
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks put Summer 25 City Breaks programme on sale from Edinburgh Airport
Summer 25 City Breaks programme goes on sale from Edinburgh Airport – meaning total of 35 sun and city destinations now on sale
Customers and independent travel agents can book city breaks to Rome and Prague
Flights and city breaks have gone on sale today in response to strong demand from holidaymakers wanting to book in advance
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks are today announcing further good news for Summer 25, after putting their City Breaks programme on sale from Edinburgh Airport and providing holidaymakers in Scotland with the chance to book ahead and get a date in the diary now.
The UK’s largest operator of European City Breaks and leading leisure airline will operate up to two weekly services (Monday and Friday) to Rome and up to two weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) to Prague in Summer 25 from Edinburgh Airport.
With flights and city breaks on sale to these world-famous capitals, cultural centres and historical gems, customers and independent travel agents have plenty of opportunity to enjoy a city break escape.
The announcement comes just weeks after the companies put their Summer Sun programme on sale for 2025 and comes in response to strong demand for city breaks, as well as a desire from customers and independent travel agents looking ahead to book a much-needed holiday in the diary.
Package options with Jet2CityBreaks include flights with Jet2.com including 22kg hold luggage and a choice of 2-5 star hotels in central locations, providing the perfect base from which to explore and experience the best city break destinations in Europe.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “Since putting our Summer 25 Sun programme on sale, we have received a very positive response from customers and independent travel agents in Scotland.
“Holidaymakers are wanting to book in advance and get a date in the diary now, and we are allowing them to do just that with the launch of our Summer 25 City Breaks programme today from Edinburgh Airport.
“Whether customers want a weekend away to these cultural hotspots or something longer, our Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks collection for Summer 25 offers something for everyone.”
Kate Sherry, Chief Commercial Officer (Aero), at Edinburgh Airport, added: “These new flights with Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks offer passengers more opportunity to visit two of Europe’s most iconic cities, and even more time to plan that trip.
“Much like Edinburgh, Rome and Prague are in-demand destinations which feature high on many city break wish lists, so the addition of these services for Summer ’25 – along with Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks’ fantastic summer sun programme – means passengers can get that date in the diary early.”
The two city break destinations announced today are in addition to the Summer Sun destinations already on sale for Summer 25 from Edinburgh Airport. These are as follows:
– Explore the most magical Christmas market destinations in Europe this winter, with the leading leisure airline and UK’s largest operator of European city breaks
– Seven magical Christmas market destinations on sale for Winter 23/24 from ten UK airports
– Popular programme of scheduled festive flights and once-in-a-lifetime trips take off this month!
It is Christmas next month and holidaymakers looking to get into the festive spirit should look no further than Jet2.com andJet2CityBreaks, as the leading leisure airline and UK’s largest operator of European city breaks has a fantastic selection of Christmas market destinations on sale for Winter 23.
The companies will start operating scheduled services and dedicated once-in-a-lifetime trips to seven of Europe’s best Christmas market destinations in Europe – Vienna, Copenhagen, Berlin, Budapest, Cologne, Prague and Krakow this month.
With a programme of scheduled flights and dedicated trips on sale to these Christmas hotspots, customers have plenty of opportunity to enjoy a festive jaunt this winter. This year marks the first time that the companies have operated scheduled services and trips to Christmas market destinations from Bristol and London Stansted Airports.
The unrivalled programme features eight new routes – Birmingham to Cologne, Bristol to Prague, Bristol to Vienna, Edinburgh to Vienna, Edinburgh to Prague, Leeds Bradford to Copenhagen, London Stansted to Prague and London Stansted to Vienna.
With multiple weekly services on sale and friendly flight times, customers have complete choice and flexibility when it comes to visiting the most charming Christmas markets in Europe – whether it is for a weekend, long weekend or longer.
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Prague operating from 1st to 18th December with Monday and Friday services available for Winter 23.
Birmingham Airport:
Mini-series of flights and breaks to BRAND-NEW Cologne with up to three-weekly services operating between 6th December and 22nd December.
Two weekly services (Monday and Friday) to Vienna operating during winter.
Two weekly services (Monday and Friday) operating during the winter to Budapest and Krakow, on top of four-weekly services (Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday) to Prague.
Bristol Airport:
BRAND-NEW mini-series of flights and breaks to Prague with Thursday and Sunday services available from 30th November to 17th December.
BRAND-NEW mini-series of flights and city breaks to Vienna too with Monday and Friday services operating from 24th November to 18th December.
Edinburgh Airport:
NEW mini-series of flights and breaks to Vienna with two weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
· NEW mini-series of flights and breaks to Prague with two weekly service from 30th November to 17th December.
East Midlands:
Twice-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) operating to Krakow throughout the winter.
Two weekly flights (Monday and Friday) also available to Prague during the winter.
Glasgow Airport:
Two weekly services (Monday and Friday) to Krakow available from Glasgow Airport during Winter 23.
Scheduled services also operating twice-weekly (Thursday and Sunday) to Prague.
Leeds Bradford Airport:
NEW mini-series of flights and breaks to Copenhagen with up to twice-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Berlin with up to twice-weekly services (Monday and Friday) from 24th November to 18th December.
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Vienna with up to twice-weekly services (Monday and Friday) from 24th November to 18th December.
In addition, there are also two weekly services operating to Budapest and Krakow and four weekly services to Prague for Winter 23.
London Stansted Airport:
BRAND-NEW mini-series of flights and breaks to Prague with up to twice-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 30th November to 17th December.
Also NEW for Winter 23 is a mini-series of flights and breaks to Vienna with up to twice-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
Manchester Airport:
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Cologne with up to three-weekly flights from 24th November to 2nd January.
In addition, there are also two weekly services to Vienna, five weekly services to Krakow and Prague and six weekly services to Budapest this winter, offering plenty of opportunity for customers to experience a Christmas market in one of these destinations.
Newcastle International Airport:
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Berlin with up to twice-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
Also available is a mini-series of flights and breaks to Budapest, thanks to Thursday and Sunday services operating from 23rd November to 17th December.
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Cologne with up to twice-weekly services (Monday and Friday) from 24th November to 11th December.
Mini-series of flights and breaks to Copenhagen also available with two-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
A mini-series of flights and breaks to Vienna means up to two-weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) from 23rd November to 17th December.
More opportunity for customers to visit the Christmas markets in Krakow and Prague with two weekly services to the European Christmas market destinations for Winter 23.
When booking a Christmas Market trip, customers can choose from a flight-only option with Jet2.com or an ATOL protected package holiday with Jet2CityBreaks, available for a low £60 per person deposit.
Package options with Jet2CityBreaks include flights with Jet2.com including 22kg hold luggage, as well as a choice of 2-5 star hotels in central locations, providing the perfect base from which to explore and experience the best Christmas market destinations in Europe.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks said: “With 25th December just around the corner, thoughts are turning to Christmas and people are looking to get into the festive spirit.
“There is no better way to countdown to Christmas, than by visiting a Christmas market in one of Europe’s most magical destinations in Europe. Every year, our Christmas Markets programme proves extremely popular, and this year is no different, with us seeing strong demand once again.
“Our first flights take off this month, however it is not too late to secure a festive getaway. With so much choice and flexibility, Europe’s most magical Christmas destinations are easy to reach with Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks.”
Sample packages:
Jet2CityBreaks – Germany, Cologne City, 4+ star Hilton Cologne, 3 nights room-only departing from Birmingham on 14th December 2023.
Price: £579 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Hungary, Budapest City, 4+ star Continental Hotel Budapest, 3 nights room-only departing from Birmingham on 18 December 2023.
Price: £429 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Czech Republic, Prague City, 3 star Ibis Praha Mala Strana, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from Bristol on 14th December 2023.
Price: £349 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Austria, Vienna City, 3 star Ibis Wien Mariahilf, 3 nights room-only departing from Bristol on 15 December 2023.
Price: £499 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Czech Republic, Prague City, 4 star Hotel Galileo, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from Edinburgh on 14th December 2023.
Price: £479 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Austria, Vienna City, 4 star Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, 3 nights room-only departing from Edinburgh on 14th December 2023.
Price: £419 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Czech Republic, Prague City, 3 star Prague Centre Superior, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from East Midlands on 15th December 2023.
Price: £399 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Poland, Krakow City, 3 star Hotel Wyspianski, 3 nights room-only departing from East Midlands on 21 December 2023.
Price: £299 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Czech Republic, Prague City, 3 star Ibis Praha Mala Strana, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from Glasgow on 14 December 2023.
Price: £419 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Poland, Krakow City, 4 star MR67 Mayera Rapaporta, 3 nights room-only departing from Glasgow on 15th December 2023.
Price: £399 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Germany, Berlin City, 3 star Best Western Hotel Am Spittelmarkt, 3 nights room-only departing from Leeds Bradford on 15th December 2023.
Price: £519 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Denmark, Copenhagen City, 4 star Andersen Boutique Hotel, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from Leeds Bradford on 14 December 2023.
Price: £569 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Germany, Cologne City, 4 star Pullman Cologne, 3 nights room-only departing from Manchester on 05 December 2023.
Price: £689 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Hungary, Budapest City, 3+ star The Three Corners Hotel Anna, 3 nights Bed & Breakfast departing from Manchester on 19 December 2023.
Price: £419 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Germany, Berlin City, 4+ star Eurostars Berlin, 3 nights room-only departing from Newcastle International on 14th December 2023.
Price: £589 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Denmark, Copenhagen City, 4 star Copenhagen Admiral Hotel, 3 nights room-only departing from Newcastle International on 14th December 2023.
Price: £519 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Czech Republic, Prague City, 3 star Prague Centre Superior, 3 nights bed & breakfast departing from London Stansted on 14 December 2023.
Price: £359 per person based on 2 Adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
Jet2CityBreaks – Austria, Vienna City, 3 star Boutique Hotel Donauwalzer, 3 nights room-only departing from London Stansted on 07 December 2023.
Price: £619 per person based on 2 adults sharing, includes a 22kg baggage allowance.
All prices and availability correct at the time of issue.
Significant expansion sees FOUR new routes go on sale in response to strong demand –Rome, Malta, Chambery, and Prague
Jet2.com and Jet2holidayshas today responded to continued strong demand from holidaymakers in Scotland, by announcing significant expansion at Edinburgh Airport. This growth includes four new routes, extra summer and winter capacity, as well as an additional aircraft coming into operation for Summer 24.
The UK’s largest tour operator and third largest airline has added a 7th based aircraft at Edinburgh Airport for Summer 24, enabling them to introduce two new routes for next summer. This gives customers and independent travel agents even more choice and flexibility when it comes to choosing some summer sunshine next year.
The two new routes added for Summer 24 are as follows:
Rome – new Monday and Friday services beginning from 8th March.
Malta – new Wednesday services starting from 1st May.
As well as summer demand, Jet2.com has also experienced strong demand for ski flights from local snow sports fans and has added new flights to Chambery from Edinburgh Airport for Winter 23/24 and Winter 24/25 in response. Chambery offers quick and easy access to world-famous ski resorts in France, including the Three Valleys. The popular ski areas of the Alpe d’Huez, Chamonix, La Plagne and Val d’Isère are also easily accessible from Chambery, providing memorable skiing whether you are a beginner or an expert.
This coming winter, weekly Saturday services will operate to Chambery between 10th February and 6th April 2024. In Winter 24/25, Saturday services will operate from 21st December 2024.
The good news does not stop there, as scheduled winter services and city breaks have also gone on sale to Prague from Edinburgh Airport for Winter 24/25 too.
Services will operate to Prague from the airport from 3rd October 2024 to 27th March 2025, with up to two weekly services (Thursday and Sunday) operating during this time. With long-weekend and mid-week breaks available from Edinburgh Airport, the addition of this city break favourite offers fantastic choice and flexibility when it comes to visiting the Czech capital in winter.
In addition to this, the strong demand the companies are seeing for flights and great value ATOL protected package holidays means the companies have also added thousands of extra seats for Summer 24 to over ten of their most popular destinations across the Canary Islands, Mainland Spain, Turkey, Cyprus, Greece, Croatia and Italy.
The destinations where additional flights and holidays have been added (peak weekly departures from Edinburgh Airport in brackets following the increases) are: Lanzarote (5), Malaga (5), Antalya (6), Bodrum (2), Larnaca (2), Gran Canaria (3), Naples (2), Split (2), Tenerife (8), Verona (2) and Zante (3).
This expansion means that Jet2.com and Jet2holidays will now operate up to 96 weekly flights during peak periods to 32 destinations from Edinburgh Airport in Summer 24, meaning unrivalled choice for holidaymakers departing from the airport. With nearly one million seats now on sale from Edinburgh Airport in Summer 24, this represents a capacity increase of more than 20% compared to Summer 23.
With Winter Sun also proving popular from Edinburgh Airport, today’s expansion sees Jet2.com and Jet2holidays add capacity to Lanzarote, Alicante, Antalya, Fuerteventura and Tenerife for Winter 23/24 and to Alicante, Madeira, Fuerteventura and Tenerife and for Winter 24/25. In addition, the companies will operate services to Malta in Winter 24/25, which is a continuation of their summer services.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “Today’s announcement represents a significant investment at Edinburgh Airport and means we are massively expanding our Summer and Winter programmes.
“We are looking forward to our biggest ever Summer 24 from Edinburgh Airport, and this huge expansion to our programme is a demonstration of our continued commitment to investing in our operations at the base ahead of it.
“The demand we are seeing from customers and independent travel agents remains strong, so we have responded by expanding our operations at Edinburgh Airport with new routes, extra capacity and an additional 7th based aircraft for Summer 24.
“As a result, we are giving holidaymakers in the region even more choice to get away on our award-winning package holidays and flights whether that is in the summer or the winter.”
Kate Sherry, Chief Commercial Officer (Aero) at Edinburgh Airport said: “It’s always good news when we expand choice for our passengers, so having more destinations to jet to with Jet2.com next summer will allow people to already start thinking about that special holiday.
“We know there’s a strong market in Edinburgh and the addition of an extra based aircraft for summer 2024 is a real show of commitment from Jet2.com in Scotland’s capital and to delivering seamless travel and more opportunities to explore.”
Key Summer Sun facts for 2024 from Edinburgh Airport include:
32 sun and city destinations on sale (peak number of flights per week in brackets).
