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Jet2 Announces New Direct Flights to Samos, Greece from UK Airports
Manchester and London are set to gain new direct flight routes to the captivating Greek island of Samos, starting next year. Jet2 has unveiled its latest flight and holiday packages to Samos for Summer 2026, designating this picturesque Aegean destination as its 15th Greek offering. This expansion provides UK travelers with enhanced options for Greek island holidays.
Flight Schedules and Availability
Services from Manchester Airport are scheduled to operate up to twice weekly, commencing May 5, 2025, and continuing through October 30, 2026. Similarly, London Stansted Airport will offer bi-weekly connections from May 7, 2025, until October 29, 2026. These schedules present ample opportunity for travelers to plan vacations spanning from early to late summer, or even autumn escapes from the cooler UK climate in October.
Discover Samos: Resorts and Attractions
These new flight options coincide with Jet2holidays introducing over 30 hotels across six attractive resorts on Samos, including:
- Samos Town
- Kampos
- Kokkari
- Pythagorion
- Karlovasi
- Balos
Samos, situated near the Turkish coastline, is celebrated for its “golden grained beaches” bordering the “glittering” Aegean Sea, as described by Jet2. Beyond its natural beauty, the island is rich in historical landmarks and offers excellent public transportation, facilitating car-free exploration via frequent ferry services connecting various parts of the island.
Visitor Experiences on Samos
According to visitor reviews, Samos is a highly desirable destination. One endorsement on TripAdvisor highlights the island’s “picturesque” nature and expresses intentions to return. A visitor recounted a week-long stay in Pythagorio, praising it as a “cosy and picturesque little town with everything within walking distance” and admired the island’s “beautiful, green with mountains and nice beaches.”
Historical Significance: Heraion and Museums
Heraion, an archeological site on the south coast, near Pythagoreio, holds mythological importance as the reputed birthplace of Hera, the consort of Zeus. This UNESCO World Heritage site once featured three temples erected in Hera’s honor between the 8th and 6th centuries BC. The grandest of these, constructed around 535BC, surpassed even the Parthenon in size, though today only one of its towering pillars remains.
Archaeological Museums of Samos
To delve deeper into the island’s heritage, the Archaeological Museum of Vathi showcases a collection of artifacts from Heraion, while the Archaeological Museum of Pythagoreion focuses on local discoveries. Exhibits include bathhouse ruins, mosaic-adorned villas, and invaluable vases and amphorae dating back to 800BC.
Engineering Marvels and Local Produce
The Tunnel of Eupalinos
For those interested in ancient engineering, the Tunnel of Eupalinos stands as an impressive aqueduct carved through Mount Kastro, above Pythagoreion.
Samos Wine
Samos is also famed for its distinctive sweet wine, with a lineage stretching back to 1200BC. The Samos Wine Museum in Vathi provides insights into this vinicultural tradition.
Jet2’s Expansion in Greece
A senior executive at Jet2.com and Jet2holidays conveyed enthusiasm regarding the inclusion of Samos in their Greek destinations, emphasizing that this launch offers “holidaymakers and independent travel agents access to this beautiful Greek island and the exclusive chance to enjoy an authentic slice of Greece from Manchester and London Stansted airports.”
The company representative further stated, “We are very pleased to be expanding our presence across Greece by adding this brand-new gateway to our portfolio, appealing to holidaymakers looking for a laid-back Greek island experience. Offering customers and independent travel agents even more choice, we are also delighted to be adding a selection of hotels available to book now across six stunning resorts.”
“Following consistent demand from holidaymakers wishing to explore Greece, we are confident that these new flights and holidays will prove popular with customers looking for an off the beaten track style holiday. We anticipate welcoming customers on board flights to Samos for their well-deserved holidays and delivering our signature VIP customer service.”
Flight Options and Services
These exclusive routes will be available from Manchester Airport with up to two weekly flights between May 5, 2025, and October 30, 2026. London Stansted Airport will also operate up to two weekly services from May 7, 2025, to October 29, 2026. Travelers can choose flight-only options through Jet2.com or ATOL-protected package holidays with Jet2holidays, which encompass VIP customer service, return transfers, a 22kg baggage allowance, and convenient flight timings.
This announcement marks another step in the airline’s expansion into European destinations, presenting new and unique flight choices from the UK.