With leaves turning and crisp breezes flowing, we’re looking towards the autumn season – but you can now think further ahead, as Jet2 has announced details of its once-in-a-lifetime trips to Iceland for Winter 27/28, with flights and city breaks on sale now from Manchester Airport.
Holidaymakers flying from Manchester Airport can tick Iceland off their travel wish list with a spectacular winter escape to one of the world’s most unforgettable destinations. Customers travelling from Manchester Airport can choose from up to six weekly flights during school holidays meaning customers have even more opportunity to discover Iceland during some of the most popular winter travel periods.
Scheduled Monday and Friday services will operate throughout the season from October 4 to December 6, 2027, before resuming from January 28 to April 24, 2028. This increases to up to six weekly services during school holidays, giving holidaymakers even more choice and flexibility when it comes to booking a bucket-list break from Manchester Airport.
Customers and independent travel agents can book a flight-only option with Jet2.com, or a Jet2CityBreaks package with a low deposit of just £60 per person. Packages include Jet2.com flights, 22kg hold luggage and a choice of hotels in central Reykjavik, with a range of excursions including the South Shore, Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon also available to add.
What is there to do in Iceland?
Packed with natural wonders and home to a compact, culture-filled capital city, Iceland is the ultimate winter getaway. From chasing the Northern Lights and soaking in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, to exploring the dramatic Golden Circle, South Shore and volcanic landscapes, customers can look forward to a trip like no other.
Reykjavik adds even more to the experience, with striking architecture, lively bars and cafés, a thriving food scene and plenty of local character. Whether holidaymakers want to sample fresh seafood, explore the city or use it as a base for unforgettable excursions, Iceland delivers the perfect mix of adventure and city break appeal.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2, said: “Iceland continues to prove a huge hit with customers, thanks to its abundance of natural wonders, unique culture and incredible once-in-a-lifetime experiences. From chasing the Northern Lights and bathing in geothermal waters to exploring Reykjavik’s food, culture and striking scenery, it is easy to see why holidaymakers continue to seek out this unforgettable destination.
“Our Winter 27/28 programme to Iceland from Manchester Airport gives customers and independent travel agents fantastic choice and flexibility when it comes to experiencing everything Iceland has to offer. With up to six weekly flights available during school holidays, coupled with the value and convenience of a Jet2CityBreaks package, we are confident this will be another hugely successful programme from Manchester Airport.”
Stephen Turner, Chief Commercial Officer at Manchester Airport, said: “We are proud to connect people across the North with the places they want to fly to – and we know how popular Iceland is during the winter, with stunning snowy landscapes, the warming thermal baths of the Blue Lagoon, and of course the Northern Lights – so it’s great to see Jet2.com on sale with it winter 27/28 Iceland programme from Manchester. Travellers can be assured of a great experience at the beginning and end of their trip too, with Jet2.com using our fabulous new facilities in Terminal 2.”
