Edinburgh Airport welcomes new Jet2 flights to stunning European island

Edinburgh Airport has welcomed new flights to a popular holiday destination.

Those hoping to cross-off seeing the Northern Lights off their bucket list could be one step closer as travel operators Jet2 and Jet2Holidays will be releasing new flights from Edinburgh to Iceland as part of their new winter schedule in 2025 and 2026.

Iceland offers one of the natural wonders of the world with thousands flocking to see the Blue Lagoon and black volcanic beaches. From the world’s most northernmost capital, Reykjavik, to volcanic landscapes and the night skies featuring the spectacular Northern Lights, it is easy to see why Iceland is deemed a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

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The programme will see the company operate three dedicated trips in total, including a four-night trip on 26th November 2025, a four-night trip on February 4 2026 and a three-night trip on February 8 2026. As well as providing customers with more choice when it comes to which month or period they want to travel from Edinburgh Airport - the flights are also perfectly timed for those wanting to witness the spectacular Northern Lights and experience the best of Iceland.

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “We are delighted to be announcing this exciting programme of once-in-a-lifetime trips to Iceland from Edinburgh Airport for Winter 25/26. The programme has been put on sale early in response to the strong demand from customers and independent travel agents across the region, and it offers fantastic choice.

"The dazzling beauty of Iceland, coupled with the award-winning benefits available through Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks, means we are confident that this programme will be another resounding success from Edinburgh Airport, and we will see more customers than ever before visiting this breath-taking destination.”

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “We are delighted to be announcing this exciting programme of once-in-a-lifetime trips to Iceland from Edinburgh Airport for Winter 25/26. The programme has been put on sale early in response to the strong demand from customers and independent travel agents across the region, and it offers fantastic choice. The dazzling beauty of Iceland, coupled with the award-winning benefits available through Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks, means we are confident that this programme will be another resounding success from Edinburgh Airport, and we will see more customers than ever before visiting this breathtaking destination.”

Kate Sherry, Chief Commercial Officer (Aero) at Edinburgh Airport, said “We’re pleased to welcome the return of Jet2 breaks to Iceland for Winter 25/26, a popular route among our passengers for an un-brr-lievable winter getaway.

“The return of this programme offers more opportunities for passengers to experience the natural beauties of Iceland, a true bucket-list destination.”