British Airways launches Guernsey-London Heathrow Airport flights from April 2026

British Airways is launching a direct route from Guernsey to London Heathrow in April 2026, with the aim to strengthen both business and tourist travel for the island.

British Airways – an international carrier offering seamless worldwide connections – will complement the island’s lifeline and regional routes.

The airline will operate the direct service between London Heathrow and Guernsey using  Airbus A319 and Airbus A320neo aircraft. The year-round, daily flights will operate from British Airways’ hub at London Heathrow Terminal 5.

They will be timed to offer convenient onward connections to over 20 European destinations, including Rome, Madrid, and Geneva, as well as transatlantic destinations in North America, including New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto.

British Airways is the UK’s flag carrier and serves around 200 destinations across more than 65 countries. Following on from the success of working with Brittany Ferries – also an operator with international market share and reach – the States of Guernsey's Committee for Economic Developmemt was keen to create similar conditions for air travel.

“We’re pleased to be expanding our route map with the addition of Guernsey"

Deputy Sasha Kazantseva-Miller, President of the Committee for Economic Development, said:

" I am very pleased to confirm that our partnership with British Airways, an international airline with an extensive network, can help us drive passenger numbers and meet the demands of our community, business and tourism sectors.

"In a week that has seen significant upheaval and disruption to air connectivity in the Channel Islands, I hope that this agreement with help shape a new era for air connectivity. British Airways’ route is intended to enhance the island’s connectivity alongside other operators."

Neil Chernoff, British Airways’ Chief Planning and Strategy Officer, said:

“We’re pleased to be expanding our route map with the addition of Guernsey, bringing the total number of our Heathrow short-haul network to nearly 100 destinations. 

“The addition of Guernsey is something we know our customers have been eagerly awaiting. As the only direct service between Heathrow and Guernsey, the route will offer conveniently timed connections to more than 20 European destinations, providing greater choice and flexibility for both leisure and business travellers alike.” 

Ross Coppolo, Managing Director of Guernsey Ports, said:

“Guernsey Ports is very pleased to welcome British Airways back to Guernsey, operating a year-round service to London Heathrow on a multi-year agreement.”

“Guernsey has a long association with British Airways and, more recently, through its BA CityFlyer subsidiary. We look forward to working with the airline as it reinstates a London Heathrow connection that will increase choice for our customers.”