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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Shortest flights in UK including route that's quicker than making a Pot Noodle
With the kids breaking up for the school summer holidays today, many families will be gearing up to jet off to exotic locations abroad. And while many of us are used to sitting on planes for hours on end to get to our favourite destinations, you can actually take flights from the UK that last just minutes. Advertisement 3 The shortest passenger flight in the entire world is the Loganair flight between Westray and Papa Wrestay Credit: Alamy 3 The flight holds a Guinness World Record 3 Journeys on the tiny plane cost from £8 Credit: Alamy Westray to Papa Westray The Passengers can travel between the two tiny islands in just one and a half minutes, with the record for the fastest flight just 53 seconds. The Tickets will set you back just £8, and the flight is much quicker than the alternative option, a 25 minute ferry. Advertisement Read more travel stories Other Orkney Inter-Island Flights Although the Westray to Papa Westray flight is by far the UK's shortest, there are also a number of other short flights connecting the Orkney Islands. These Loganair flights connect the islands to Kirkwall, Orkney's main hub. For example, Kirkwall to Westray takes between 10 and 15 minutes, and Kirkwall to Sanday takes around 15-20 minutes. London to Channel Islands Anyone looking for a holiday close to home this summer can fly from the capital to the Channel Islands, such as Jersey and Guernsey in around 30-40 minutes. Advertisement Most read in News Travel , the largest of the . Its beaches are well known for their beauty, with a range of landscapes on offer, from wide, open spaces to secluded coves and lunar-like expanses, making it the perfect destination for anyone who isn't a fan of long haul flights. Travel chaos as TWO flights have mid-air emergencies within A MINUTE at major UK airport UK mainland to Isle of Man Another popular tourist destination within the UK is the You can access the island by ferry (as influencer Advertisement Regular flights take off from airports such as Manchester and Liverpool, and take between 30-50 minutes. Flights from mainland Scotland to Scottish Islands Loganair also runs short flights connecting people in other remote Scottish Islands to the mainland. For example, a flight from either Glasgow or Edinburgh to the Outer Hebrides takes around 50 minutes, and a flight from one of the main Scottish cities to Shetland takes approximately one hour. None of these islands are far from the mainland, but due to challenging ferry conditions, are often the preferred option for travellers . Advertisement If you're looking for an adventure a bit more long haul, Qantas has unveiled plans to launch the The non-stop flights are expected to take over 19 hours, and are set to launch in 2026. How to get a free upgrade to first class on a plane Travelers often wonder how to secure an upgrade to first class without paying the premium price. According to a flight attendant, there are several strategies passengers can employ to increase their chances. Firstly, loyalty to an airline is crucial; frequent flyers and those with elite status are more likely to receive upgrades. Additionally, booking directly with the airline rather than through third-party sites can improve your odds, as can being flexible with your travel dates and times. Dressing smartly and arriving early can also make a difference. While airlines generally prioritize upgrades based on status and fare class, a well-dressed passenger who checks in early may catch the staff's attention. It's also beneficial to be polite and friendly to the airline staff, as they have the discretion to upgrade passengers at their own judgment. Lastly, if you're celebrating a special occasion, such as a honeymoon or birthday, it doesn't hurt to mention it. While not guaranteed, some flight attendants might consider this when deciding on upgrades. Overall, while there's no surefire way to get a free upgrade, combining these strategies can certainly improve your chances.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Shortest flights in UK including route that's quicker than making a Pot Noodle
Plus, scroll down to find out what the world's longest non-stop flight is Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) With the kids breaking up for the school summer holidays today, many families will be gearing up to jet off to exotic locations abroad. And while many of us are used to sitting on planes for hours on end to get to our favourite destinations, you can actually take flights from the UK that last just minutes. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The shortest passenger flight in the entire world is the Loganair flight between Westray and Papa Wrestay Credit: Alamy 3 The flight holds a Guinness World Record 3 Journeys on the tiny plane cost from £8 Credit: Alamy Westray to Papa Westray The shortest passenger flight in the entire world is the Loganair flight between Westray and Papa Wrestay, in the Orkney Islands of Scotland. Passengers can travel between the two tiny islands in just one and a half minutes, with the record for the fastest flight just 53 seconds. The distance between the two islands is just 1.7 miles, with flights running every single day. Tickets will set you back just £8, and the flight is much quicker than the alternative option, a 25 minute ferry. Other Orkney Inter-Island Flights Although the Westray to Papa Westray flight is by far the UK's shortest, there are also a number of other short flights connecting the Orkney Islands. These Loganair flights connect the islands to Kirkwall, Orkney's main hub. For example, Kirkwall to Westray takes between 10 and 15 minutes, and Kirkwall to Sanday takes around 15-20 minutes. London to Channel Islands Anyone looking for a holiday close to home this summer can fly from the capital to the Channel Islands, such as Jersey and Guernsey in around 30-40 minutes. Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, was named one of the world's best islands in the Conde Nast Travellers' 2024 Readers' Choice Awards. Its beaches are well known for their beauty, with a range of landscapes on offer, from wide, open spaces to secluded coves and lunar-like expanses, making it the perfect destination for anyone who isn't a fan of long haul flights. Travel chaos as TWO flights have mid-air emergencies within A MINUTE at major UK airport UK mainland to Isle of Man Another popular tourist destination within the UK is the Isle of Man. which boasts stunning sandy beaches, seals and Victorian railways. You can access the island by ferry (as influencer Molly-Mae recently did) or you can take a commercial flight. Regular flights take off from airports such as Manchester and Liverpool, and take between 30-50 minutes. Flights from mainland Scotland to Scottish Islands Loganair also runs short flights connecting people in other remote Scottish Islands to the mainland. For example, a flight from either Glasgow or Edinburgh to the Outer Hebrides takes around 50 minutes, and a flight from one of the main Scottish cities to Shetland takes approximately one hour. None of these islands are far from the mainland, but due to challenging ferry conditions, are often the preferred option for travellers. If you're looking for an adventure a bit more long haul, Qantas has unveiled plans to launch the world's longest flights between Sydney and London and New York. The non-stop flights are expected to take over 19 hours, and are set to launch in 2026.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Shortest flights in UK including route that's quicker than making a Pot Noodle
With the kids breaking up for the school summer holidays today, many families will be gearing up to jet off to exotic locations abroad. And while many of us are used to sitting on planes for hours on end to get to our favourite destinations, you can actually take flights from the UK that last just minutes. 3 3 3 Westray to Papa Westray The shortest passenger flight in the entire world is the Loganair flight between Westray and Papa Wrestay, in the Orkney Islands of Scotland. Passengers can travel between the two tiny islands in just one and a half minutes, with the record for the fastest flight just 53 seconds. The distance between the two islands is just 1.7 miles, with flights running every single day. Tickets will set you back just £8, and the flight is much quicker than the alternative option, a 25 minute ferry. Other Orkney Inter-Island Flights Although the Westray to Papa Westray flight is by far the UK's shortest, there are also a number of other short flights connecting the Orkney Islands. These Loganair flights connect the islands to Kirkwall, Orkney's main hub. For example, Kirkwall to Westray takes between 10 and 15 minutes, and Kirkwall to Sanday takes around 15-20 minutes. London to Channel Islands Anyone looking for a holiday close to home this summer can fly from the capital to the Channel Islands, such as Jersey and Guernsey in around 30-40 minutes. Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, was named one of the world's best islands in the Conde Nast Travellers' 2024 Readers' Choice Awards. Its beaches are well known for their beauty, with a range of landscapes on offer, from wide, open spaces to secluded coves and lunar-like expanses, making it the perfect destination for anyone who isn't a fan of long haul flights. Travel chaos as TWO flights have mid-air emergencies within A MINUTE at major UK airport UK mainland to Isle of Man Another popular tourist destination within the UK is the Isle of Man. which boasts stunning sandy beaches, seals and Victorian railways. You can access the island by ferry (as influencer Molly-Ma e recently did) or you can take a commercial flight. Regular flights take off from airports such as Manchester and Liverpool, and take between 30-50 minutes. Flights from mainland Scotland to Scottish Islands Loganair also runs short flights connecting people in other remote Scottish Islands to the mainland. For example, a flight from either Glasgow or Edinburgh to the Outer Hebrides takes around 50 minutes, and a flight from one of the main Scottish cities to Shetland takes approximately one hour. None of these islands are far from the mainland, but due to challenging ferry conditions, are often the preferred option for travellers. If you're looking for an adventure a bit more long haul, Qantas has unveiled plans to launch the world's longest flights between Sydney and London and New York. The non-stop flights are expected to take over 19 hours, and are set to launch in 2026. How to get a free upgrade to first class on a plane Travelers often wonder how to secure an upgrade to first class without paying the premium price. According to a flight attendant, there are several strategies passengers can employ to increase their chances. Firstly, loyalty to an airline is crucial; frequent flyers and those with elite status are more likely to receive upgrades. Additionally, booking directly with the airline rather than through third-party sites can improve your odds, as can being flexible with your travel dates and times. Dressing smartly and arriving early can also make a difference. While airlines generally prioritize upgrades based on status and fare class, a well-dressed passenger who checks in early may catch the staff's attention. It's also beneficial to be polite and friendly to the airline staff, as they have the discretion to upgrade passengers at their own judgment. Lastly, if you're celebrating a special occasion, such as a honeymoon or birthday, it doesn't hurt to mention it. While not guaranteed, some flight attendants might consider this when deciding on upgrades. Overall, while there's no surefire way to get a free upgrade, combining these strategies can certainly improve your chances.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blue Islands quits Loganair alliance over new route
The airline Blue Islands has pulled out of an agreement with Loganair, after the Scottish airline announced it would operate its own flights between Jersey and Southampton. In 2020, the two airlines announced they had formed an alliance allowing customers to book connecting flights from Jersey to other destinations. On Wednesday, Loganair announced it was to offer its own flights to Southampton, in direct competition with Blue Islands. Blue Islands said it had served notice to Loganair of the "immediate termination of the codeshare agreement between the two airlines". "We intend that existing bookings for all customers to connect between Blue Islands and Loganair flights, and for any customer who has booked a Blue Islands flight via Loganair, will be honoured in full," a spokesperson for Blue Islands said. "There is no need for any customer holding an existing booking to take action, albeit no new codeshare bookings will be possible from today. "If a customer wishes to amend or cancel any such booking for future travel, they are able to do so by contacting the airline or travel agent through which their booking was first made." Blue Islands said it extends its grateful thanks and best wishes to team members across both airlines who have worked to deliver for its mutual customers over the five years of the co-operation. More news stories for Jersey Listen to the latest news for Jersey Loganair said the new route would commence in early 2026 with flights going on sale later in the year. A spokesperson for Loganair said: "We are delighted to be announcing another new route from our new Southampton base, linking this important coastal city to Jersey. "We are also looking forward to supporting inbound tourism to Jersey, boosting the visitor economy and working in partnership with the outstanding local hospitality sector." Follow BBC Jersey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to More on this story Government could act if airline delays continue Compensation calls for Blue Island passengers Loganair opens new base and creates jobs
ITV News
17-07-2025
- Business
- ITV News
Loganair to rival Blue Islands with daily flights between Jersey and Southampton
Loganair will start running daily flights between Jersey and Southampton from early 2026. The Scottish airline has chosen to compete with local operator Blue Islands, which currently offers the only direct service between the two airports. Loganair says tickets for the new route, which will use an Embraer 145 jet aircraft, will go on sale later this year. Each passenger gets up to 21kg of luggage allowance, allocated seating and an in-flight refreshment included in the price, which has not been announced. The news comes in the same week Ports of Jersey announced a 'major redesign' of the island's airport departures area to better serve travellers' needs. A spokesperson for Loganair says: "The DNA of our business for over six decades has been to link regions and cities and to connect island communities to the mainland. "We recognise how important a reliable and resilient service is between Jersey and Southampton, and we are looking forward to serving these communities with the new route." Meanwhile, the airline Jet2 has cancelled plans to run a regular service between Jersey and Bournemouth for summer 2026. It has dropped six routes from the south coast airport following a review and says any customers who have already bought tickets will get a full refund.
