Aurigny vows to protect routes after BA move

Aurigny says it will continue to operate frequent flights to London Gatwick and London City

Aurigny has pledged to protect Guernsey's vital air links after British Airways announced a new route between Heathrow and Guernsey.

The lunchtime service from the UK's busiest airport, starting in April 2026, will run under a three-year deal, with tickets already appearing on BA's website.

The move will increase seat capacity between Guernsey and London by up to 30%.

Guernsey-based Aurigny, which has served the Bailiwick since 1968, says it will continue to operate frequent flights to London Gatwick and London City under its shareholder mandate to protect core routes.

Kevin George, Aurigny's chairman, said: "London is the largest and most significant part of our operation.

"Aurigny operates up to nine flights a day to the capital, totalling over 5,500 flights each year. Our people – proud of their roots in Guernsey – are dedicated to delivering this convenient schedule to islanders every single day."

Aurigny would work with its shareholders to manage the financial impact and keep London connectivity stable, he said.

"Above all, we will continue to pursue the aspiration of being the Islanders' natural airline of choice to and from London, and beyond. Aurigny will always be the airline that connects islanders to the rest of the world, and brings them home."