NEW TWICE DAILY BLUE ISLANDS FLIGHTS BETWEEN SOUTHAMPTON & LEEDS BRADFORD

Channel Islands airline, Blue Islands, will provide convenient North-South connectivity between Yorkshire and the South Coast with new twice daily flights between Southampton and Leeds Bradford airports from 29 March 2026.  

The new flights are available to book now at www.blueislands.com from £69.99 one way including 23kg hold luggage. Travellers will also enjoy same-plane (via Southampton) daily year-round services between Jersey and Leeds Bradford, plus convenient connections to and from Guernsey, for increased connectivity for the Channel Islands. 

Rob Veron, CEO at Blue Islands, said: “We have proudly operated services from Southampton for over 15 years with up to six departures to the Channel Islands every day. We’re excited to add further choice for South Coast and now Yorkshire residents with twice daily flights connecting Southampton and Leeds Bradford. 

“This new service creates valuable links for both business and leisure travellers alike, as well as providing our Channel Islands communities with even more choice when travelling beyond their islands.” 

The first flight will take off on Sunday 29 March 2026, with twice daily services connecting these two regions using Blue Islands’ 70-seat ATR aircraft, significantly enhancing journey times between the South Coast and Yorkshire.  

Declan Maguire, Aviation Director at Leeds Bradford Airport, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Blue Islands to Leeds Bradford and to introduce this new year-round service linking Yorkshire with the South Coast and Channel Islands. These routes provide more choice and flexibility for our passengers, whether they’re travelling for business, holidays, or heading to Southampton to begin a cruise. The schedule has been thoughtfully designed to offer convenient timings and seamless same-plane connections, making it easier than ever for people across our region to reach these fantastic destinations.” 

Chris Tibbett, Aero Director at AGS Airports, said: “We’re delighted to welcome this new Blue Islands service between Southampton and Leeds Bradford. Enhancing regional connectivity is a key priority for us, and this twice-daily route will offer passengers greater flexibility and convenience whether travelling for business or leisure.  

"It’s fantastic to see Blue Islands continuing to grow their presence at Southampton, and we look forward to supporting the success of this new route.” 

Flights between Southampton and Leeds plus year-round services to Jersey and Guernsey are currently bookable until October 2026. Regular passengers can also earn reward flights with Blue Islands’ frequent flyer programme, Blue Skies Club.