JET2 has unveiled two brand-new destinations for next summer from Edinburgh airport to Crete and Croatia.
The airline and sister tour operator Jet2holidays will launch direct flights to Chania and Pula from Edinburgh in 2027.
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Stunning Chania HarbourCredit: Getty
Panoramic view from Pula, Croatia.Credit: Getty
The seasonal routes will take off from the capital in May and continue until October, bringing more choice for Scottish holidaymakers.
Crete is already served with direct to Heraklion airport which flies tourist to the island’s popular resorts including Hersonissos, Elounda and Aghios Nikolas in the centre of and east.
The new route to Chania will make access to the western parts of the island – including Chania town itself – much easier.
Getting to resorts there is very time-consuming as it is over 100 miles and takes over two hours in a car or even longer on the Chania Express bus from Heraklion city.
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But the area is renowned for it’s Venetian harbour and winding alleyways packed with Venetian, Ottoman and Greek buildings, cafe, bars and restaurants.
Beaches in the area are famous for their crystal-clear waters and Elafonissi beach is an Instagram favourite thanks to its pink-colour sands.
And the Samaria Gorge is a popular day out for nature-lovers and hikers. And history-lovers will find plenty of ancient Minoan treasures.
Chania’s popular Elafonissi beachCredit: Y. Skoulas
The Samaria Gorge is Europe’s longest, with a 5-7 hour descent through dramatic limestone cliffsCredit: Y. Skoulas
The weekly Wednesday service will begin on May 5 and continue right through the summer, and over the October week holidays, before finishing on October 27.
And for fans of Croatia, the new Pula flight will be very welcome, making it the first time Jet 2 has flown directly the area.
Located at the southern tip of Croatia’s Istrian peninsula, the coastal city is a renowned for its well-preserved Roman ruins, especially the 1st-century Roman amphitheatre, the Pula Arena.
During the summer months, numerous events are held there. Recent concerts have seen the likes of Dua Lipa, Lenny Kravitz, and Duran Duran perform, and in the past greats including Luciano Pavarotti have wowed the crowds.
Every July, film screenings from the Pula film Festival are shown and an ice-rink is created there in winter during the Advent in Pula celebrations.
Pular Arena hols events and festival throughout the yearCredit: Alamy
The city has a gorgeous nearby turquoise beachCredit: Getty
The city combines ancient history – the main square was home to the ancient Roman Forum – Italian-influenced culture, stunning beaches, and fabulous seafood dining and is an ideal base for exploring the Adriatic coast. And visitors will also find a generous spritz of Italian-inspired dolce vita.
Flights to Pula take off from May 2 until October 17.
As a result of the expansion, Jet2 will operate to 40 destinations from Edinburgh for summer 2027.
Steve Heapy, chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “There are many holidaymakers wanting to get that sunshine locked into their diaries for summer 2027, with our flights and holidays from Edinburgh Airports proving particularly popular.
“In response to demand from those customers wanting to book early, who know that the best rooms in the best hotels in the best resorts get booked up, we are delighted to be putting three new destinations on sale from across these airports.
“We are also seeing families booking early and wanting to book that summer sun in advance, so they can take advantage of family-friendly touches such as interconnecting rooms.”
Stephanie Wear, Chief Commercial Officer at Edinburgh Airport, said: “The addition of two brand new Mediterranean routes is fantastic news for our travellers already looking to book their summer 2027 holiday.
“Both Chania and Pula offer direct connectivity to destinations famed for sunshine, beauty and history, and explains why they are in high demand. We always look to provide choice to passengers and we’re looking forward to seeing these new additions to our departures board.”