KLM launching Jersey to Amsterdam flights

An airline has announced it will start operating services between Jersey and Dutch capital city Amsterdam next year.

KLM said flights from its Cityhopper service would take off every Saturday from 4 April 2026 before a daily route came into operation from 4 July to 30 August.

After the summer schedule, weekly Saturday flights would resume until 24 October, KLM said.

Matt Thomas, chief executive of Ports of Jersey, said the announcement was "an exciting moment for our island's connectivity" as it would open up the island to the airline's global destinations.

Mr Thomas said: "It will also mean strengthened tourism links, enabling new markets to discover Jersey.

"Improved connectivity supports our economy, boosts tourism and gives Islanders greater choice.

"We're proud to see this long-term ambition becoming a reality and look forward to working closely with KLM as the service launches in April."

Flights are set to be operated with the Embraer 175 and 190 aircraft, KLM said.

Sustainable Economic Development Minister Kirsten Morel said he looked forward to "the positive impact this partnership will bring to our community and our economy".

"I hope islanders and visitors alike will use this service, so it remains a key connection for Jersey for many years to come," he added.

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