UK airline folds cancelling all flights immediately and leaving passengers stranded

The Channel-Islands-based carrier, which operated routes between Jersey, Guernsey, and seven UK airports, confirmed that it has suspended trading as of 14 November 2025.

According to the statement published on its website, “All future flights operated by Blue Islands have been cancelled. Please do not travel to the airport unless you have made alternative arrangements.”

Final Flight and Passenger Impact

The airline’s last flight landed in Jersey at 7:40 pm on Friday, 14 November, marking the end of its operations. The sudden closure affects an estimated 100 employees and leaves many travellers needing to reorganise their travel plans.

Passengers with existing bookings are being advised to take action based on how they purchased their tickets:
Direct bookings: Travellers should contact their bank or card provider for a refund or chargeback.
Bookings via travel agents: Customers are urged to contact the travel agency for further guidance.
Bookings through codeshare partner Aurigny: Passengers booked via Aurigny, Guernsey’s flag carrier, may still be able to travel if the flight is operated by Aurigny. They should contact the airline directly to confirm.

CAA Issues Warning to Passengers

Selina Chadha, Consumer & Markets Director at the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), stated:
“We urge passengers planning to fly with this airline not to go to the airport, as all Blue Islands flights are cancelled. Blue Islands customers should visit the Civil Aviation Authority’s website for the latest information.”

About Blue Islands

Blue Islands originally launched in 2006, rebranding from its earlier name, Rockhopper. Until its closure, the airline operated seasonal flights to Bristol, East Midlands, Leeds Bradford, Southampton, Newcastle, and Norwich, alongside inter-island services between Jersey and Guernsey. The carrier also offered select international routes to Paris and Belgium.

Financial Troubles Behind the Shutdown

Blue Islands received an £8.5 million government loan during the Covid-19 pandemic to support continued operations. However, an August 2025 report revealed that £7 million of the loan remained outstanding, signalling ongoing financial difficulties that preceded the airline’s collapse.

What’s happened?

Blue Islands has ceased trading / suspended operations due to ongoing financial problems, with all flights cancelled immediately.

Who are they?

They’re a regional carrier that mainly served the Channel Islands (Jersey and Guernsey) with routes to places like Southampton, Manchester and other UK/European airports.

What are passengers being told?

Do not travel to the airport for Blue Islands flights unless you’ve already arranged an alternative with another airline.
If you booked directly with Blue Islands, you’re being advised to contact your card provider/bank for a refund or chargeback.
If you booked via Aurigny (codeshare), a travel agent, or a tour operator, you should contact them for guidance — some Aurigny-operated flights may still run.
Staff impact: Reports say roughly 100 employees are affected by the collapse.