A brand new flight route has been added to a North East airport's schedule - with the airport promising people a 'bucket list' experience.

Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have responded to strong demand for flights and holidays to Iceland, by putting scheduled services on sale to the bucket list destination for Winter 24/25. 

After proving to be hugely popular with customers in the North East last year, the leading leisure airline is giving locals the opportunity to experience Iceland.

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The scheduled flights are available at the best times to experience the Northern Lights and give holidaymakers the opportunity to book ahead, as this is the earliest that Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have ever put their Iceland programme on sale.

The programme will see the companies operate twice weekly (Wednesday and Sunday) from Newcastle International Airport to Iceland from October 2 to November 6, 2024, and from February 16 to April 2, 2025.

All flights to Keflavík International Airport near Reykjavik are operated by Jet2.com and are timed for customers wishing to experience the natural wonders of Iceland, such as the Northern Lights, as well as for the October half-term, and in the countdown to Christmas, as well as for the February half-term and Easter holidays.

Customers can pick from flight-only or package holiday options, with package options with Jet2CityBreaks available for a low £60 per person deposit.

Package options with Jet2CityBreaks include a guided Northern Lights Tour, flights with Jet2.com, including 22kg hold luggage and transfer to and from the airport, as well as a choice of 3 and 4-star hotels in central Reykjavik. 

In addition, a choice of excursions are also available to purchase including those to the South Shore, Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon.

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “Iceland is a destination that has continued to see strong demand due to its many stunning natural wonders, so we are delighted to be launching our Iceland programme for Winter 24/25 from Newcastle International Airport.

"As a result of this strong demand and the number of customers looking to book their break nice and early, the programme has been put on sale earlier than ever.

"Thanks to the choice and flexibility we are offering when it comes to visiting Iceland, we have no doubt they will be flocking to book flights and city breaks to this magical destination.