Airport preps for bank holiday surge of 20,000 passengers

Wednesday 23 August 2023

With more than 20,000 passengers expected to pass through Jersey Airport over the five days surrounding the bank holiday weekend, passengers have been urged to allow extra time for their journeys.

The forecast busy spell covers the period from Friday to Tuesday inclusive and includes some periods when several flights will arrive and depart within a few minutes of each other.

A Ports of Jersey spokesperson said: “Passengers are advised to leave plenty of time to check in their hold luggage and to clear security.

“Those needing to book special assistance for their journey should contact their airline before travelling to the airport and all passengers should check baggage rules with their airlines.”

Passengers have also been urged to plan their journey to the airport, with a range of options. This includes regular buses from St. Helier, pre-booking a taxi, a summer parking promotion for those who drive themselves to the airport and free parking for up to 30 minutes in the long-stay car park while picking up friends and family.

Significant delays were experienced by passengers earlier in the summer after new security screening equipment was installed, but Ports of Jersey has moved to assure passengers that the new scanners are now working properly.

Pictured: Large queues snaked back into the departures hall the day after the new security equipment's launch.

Further travel information is available on the Jersey Airport website here.