Major Edinburgh airline announces 'once-in-a-lifetime' flights to popular winter spot

Kris Gourlay

24 June 2024 at 2:03 am·2-min read

Jet2 has announced new 'once-in a-lifetime' flights to a top European destination from Edinburgh Airport.

The airline will fly to Keflavík in Iceland as part of its new routes for winter. The decision comes following a growing demand for trips to the popular town - which is just 31 miles from capital city Reykjavik.

Jet2 is also launching services from Glasgow Airport as part of its expansion for the 2025/26 winter season, reports the Scottish Sun.

The airline's CEO, Steve Heapy, described the move as a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity to explore the picturesque country and offers travellers a chance to witness the jaw-dropping northern lights.

Jet2 will operate three dedicated trips to Iceland as part of the programme. This will include a four-night stay on November 26, 2025, another four-night trip on February 4, 2026, and then a final three-night journey on February 8, 2026.

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.

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"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 a 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.”

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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. It is 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.”

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