Jet2 Unveils Exciting New Route from London Stansted to Popular Skiing Destination

Londoners looking to embark on a ski holiday next winter will be pleased to learn of a new travel option from Stansted Airport, as Jet2.com has announced an exciting new route to Innsbruck for the 2026/27 season. The airline will offer weekly Saturday flights between London Stansted and the Austrian city, commencing on 19 December 2026 and continuing until 10 April 2027. These flights have been strategically scheduled to align with peak travel times, including Christmas, the February half-term, and Easter.

Jet2.com has introduced this route in response to the increasing demand for ski holidays, promising over 6,000 additional seats for winter sports enthusiasts departing from Stansted. With the addition of Innsbruck, the airline’s ski programme from the Essex airport will now include five destinations for the upcoming winter season. In conjunction with the new Austrian route, Jet2.com will also operate flights to Chambery, Geneva, Grenoble, and Salzburg, providing passengers with access to some of the most renowned ski regions across Austria, France, Switzerland, and northern Italy.

Access to Renowned Ski Resorts

Innsbruck is celebrated as one of Europe’s premier winter sports hubs, situated conveniently close to several ski resorts. The Nordkette ski area, located merely 20 minutes from the city centre, boasts six slopes catering to various skill levels, alongside a dedicated snow park. Additionally, skiers can easily reach renowned resorts like Mayrhofen, famed for its reliable snow conditions, and St Anton am Arlberg, known for its vibrant après-ski atmosphere.

The comprehensive ski programme for Winter 26/27 from London Stansted, which includes Innsbruck, encompasses several other popular destinations. Chambery serves as a gateway to the world-famous ski resorts of the French Alps, including Courchevel, which was the host of the 2023 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. Jet2.com offers up to three weekly flights to Chambery (two on Saturdays and one on Sundays), ensuring quick and efficient access to some of Europe’s best slopes.

Diverse Destinations for Ski Enthusiasts

Geneva will feature up to seven weekly services during the Winter 26/27 season, serving as a prime gateway to some of the most sought-after ski resorts in France and Switzerland, including Tignes, Flaine, Verbier, Zermatt, and the expansive Three Valleys region. Grenoble, with its rich winter sports heritage, provides access to over 175 incredible ski resorts nearby, such as Morzine, Chamonix, Chamrousse, Les Deux Alpes, Alpe d’Huez, and Avoriaz, with weekly Saturday flights also available from London Stansted.

Furthermore, Salzburg will see weekly Saturday services from Stansted, strategically positioned between the Austrian and German borders, providing access to numerous ski resorts, including Kaprun, Mayrhofen, and Obertauern. Skiers and snowboarders travelling with Jet2.com are entitled to a 10kg hand baggage allowance, while hold luggage and ski carriage of up to 22kg each can be arranged for an additional fee.

Anticipation for the New Route

Steve Heapy, the chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, expressed enthusiasm regarding the new route, commenting, “We are witnessing a sustained demand for our ski programme, as skiers and snowboarders are eager to secure their winter adventures. Given the strong sales of our ski flights, we have responded by introducing a new route from London Stansted to Innsbruck, providing our customers with even more opportunities to hit the slopes.”

He continued, “Innsbruck offers convenient access to several world-class ski resorts, and we are confident that these new flights will be well-received by skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Our extensive ski programme from London Stansted now comprises five destinations, allowing winter sports enthusiasts to explore the stunning landscapes of the French, Austrian, Swiss, and Italian Alps with our award-winning airline.”