British Airways inaugural flight from London to Guernsey takes to the skies

Guernsey Ports celebrates the arrival of British Airways' inaugural flight from London Heathrow to Guernsey, marking the launch of a new, year-round service, connecting the island with the UK’s largest hub airport.

The new route, which will operate daily, is the only direct service to London Heathrow, providing convenient access to London and the south-east, and seamless connections onto British Airways’ extensive global network of over 200 destinations. The new service also expands travel options for UK visitors keen to discover the second largest Channel Island, supporting local businesses and tourism.

To mark the occasion, the first flight was operated by crew with personal connections to the island, including the flight’s Captain and four members of the cabin crew team, all who originally hail from Guernsey or have close family ties.
Customers travelling on the inaugural service were also treated to a traditional Guernsey Gâche Mèlèe on board - a traditional apple dessert with deep roots in the island’s heritage.

Ross Coppolo, Managing Director of Guernsey Ports, said: “Guernsey Ports is delighted to welcome British Airways back to Guernsey on its inaugural daily London Heathrow service which coincides with the 22nd anniversary of the opening of our passenger terminal building. The introduction of a new daily London Heathrow service is an exciting moment for our island’s connectivity which will provide greater choice and access to British Airways’ worldwide route network”.

Neil Chernoff, Chief Planning and Strategy Officer at British Airways, said: "We are delighted to celebrate the launch of British Airways’ new Guernsey service today. This route is an important addition to our network, strengthening connectivity between the Channel Islands and London, and opening access to further destinations across Europe, North America and beyond. For our customers travelling from the UK to Guernsey to discover this remarkable island, this new route gives them even greater choice and convenience when travelling.”

British Airways Captain Stef Loveridge, who operated the inaugural flight said: “As someone who was born in Guernsey, today’s flight was a really special moment. Bringing a British Airways aircraft in to land on the island was a real honour, and I’m proud to play a part in the launch of this new route and improved links between my home island and the UK.”

Deputy Sasha Kazantseva-Miller, President of the Committee for Economic Development, said: "British Airways' inaugural flight into Guernsey on this new Heathrow route is another significant step in the right direction when it comes to improving Guernsey's transport links. I am confident this route will open up new opportunities for business and leisure travel, particularly through the worldwide connections British Airways offer, and it will bring more options and choice for travellers. We look forward to working closely with the teams at British Airways to make it a success, together with continuing to enhance our overall connectivity through the work on an updated Air Policy Framework".

British Airways flies from Guernsey to London Heathrow from £96 return per person, including taxes and carrier fees and a generous hand baggage allowance. All flights offer a Club Europe option (short-haul business class), which includes lounge access, additional personal space, a light meal with drinks from the bar, and a larger baggage allowance.