European regional airline Flybe has announced that it will be operating a direct daily flight between Guernsey and Heathrow airport from 31 March.
It is understood the Heathrow link will be a trial for seven months from the end of March to the end of October.
For the first time in 20 years, this will provide the island with a connection to London’s largest airport and to the numerous onward links available via the UK's busiest international hub. Operated by 78-seat Bombardier Q400 aircraft, seats are available for booking now at www.flybe.com
Flights will depart seven days a week from Guernsey at 14:40, arriving in London Heathrow at 15:45. Return flights will leave Heathrow at 17:20, arriving in Guernsey at 18:25.
Despite being one of world’s foremost international finance centres and a popular tourist destination, Guernsey has not had a fast, convenient connection to Heathrow since the late 1990s.
Charles Parkinson, President Committee for Economic Development, States of Guernsey, commented: “We are delighted Flybe is announcing the launch of this new daily service, the sixth new air route launch since our Open Skies policy went live in September 2018.
“This new Heathrow service will not only provide much improved connectivity for Guernsey’s residents and visitors, but it will also help in the development of the Guernsey economy and in raising Guernsey’s international reputation and profile.”
He added: “Flybe will receive support in the form of discounted landing fees from Guernsey Airport, and a route development subsidy”