Strong expectations for 2026 come following British Airways' announcement of new daily routes to the Islands of Guernsey from London Heathrow starting April next year
The Big Eat Guernsey that will be running in both April and October will feature special menus at local eateries, immersive food experiences and outdoor dining events. This upcoming offering from VisitGuernsey is built upon the success of its 2025 programme, which included the launch of the first hot-stone dining experience and several restaurant openings.
Anticipating not only a promising response to the festival but also a marked growth in tourism owing to the British Airways announcement, Sam Claxton, marketing manager at VisitGuernsey, said, “The new route is a fantastic opportunity for more visitors to access the incredible holiday opportunities our islands offer. Whether coming for a short break or longer holiday, the daily routes mean there is great flexibility and choice for all visitors, and we look forward to welcoming even more once the new route starts in April.”
This new route by British Airways opens the only direct service between London Heathrow and Guernsey, supported by the 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 more than 20 European destinations, including Rome, Madrid, and Geneva, as well as transatlantic destinations in North America, including New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto.
