New flights from NYC, United States to the Faroe Islands

Euro DirectionsApril 27, 2023

posted on Apr. 27, 2023 at 7:49 am

Airbus 320 of Atlantic Airways, Faroe Islands

Starting in the summer of 2023, there will be a direct flight route available for the first time ever between New York City, USA and the Faroe Islands, allowing travelers to reach the North Atlantic islands without any stops.

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From this summer onward, it will be possible to reach the North Atlantic islands through the first-ever nonstop route between the United States and the Faroe Islands.

The Faroe-based Atlantic Airways plans to launch direct flights between the Stewart Airport (SWF) in the New York area and the Faroe Islands‘ sole airport, Vágar (FAE), starting August 22, 2023.

Following Atlantic Airways’ initial teaser announcement last month, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has officially verified the news this week.

The recently established flight direction will be operational from late August until October 5, 2023, operating only once a week.

New York City - Faroe Islands flight route — New York City – Faroe Islands flight route

The outbound flights from New York City, United States to the Faroe Islands will be on Wednesdays, while the return flights to the US will be on Tuesdays. The tickets for these flights are anticipated to be available for purchase starting from May 15, 2023.

While the service may be brief, it serves as a breakthrough for nonstop flights to the Faroe Islands. Presently, travelers from the United States need to go through an inconvenient transfer in Copenhagen (CPH) by flying with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to access the Faroes. Despite this, the journey to the airport will still be challenging, as Stewart Airport is about 70 miles north of New York City.

Fjords and the waterfall in Faroe Islands coastline. Photo by Tomáš Malík

Atlantic Airways is the sole commercial airline headquartered in the Faroe Islands, providing flights to several destinations across Scandinavia and Western Europe. Atlantic Airways offers flights to several destinations in Europe, including Copenhagen (Denmark), Oslo (Norway), Reykjavik (Iceland), London (United Kingdom), Barcelona (Spain), and Paris (France). They also provide seasonal flights to destinations such as Mallorca (Spain) and Edinburgh (United Kingdom).

The Airbus A320neo will be used by Atlantic to operate the approximately 3,000-mile journey to New York, with the flight expected to take around six hours, according to the Port Authority’s estimates.

Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands is a group of 18 rugged, volcanic islands located between Iceland and Norway in the North Atlantic Ocean. The islands are known for their stunning natural landscapes, including dramatic cliffs, rugged coastlines, and cascading waterfalls. Here are three of the most attractive things to do in the Faroe Islands:

Explore the natural beauty: The Faroe Islands’ stunning natural landscapes are a big draw for tourists. Visitors can hike to places such as the famous waterfall Múlafossur on Vágar island or experience the sheer cliff faces of Vestmanna bird cliffs on Streymoy island.
Experience Faroese culture: The Faroe Islands have a unique culture shaped by their history and isolation. Tourists can visit traditional Faroese villages such as Kirkjubøur on Streymoy island or attend local festivals such as the Ólavsøka celebrations in Tórshavn.
Try Faroese cuisine: The Faroe Islands have a rich culinary culture that is heavily influenced by their location and climate. Tourists can try local dishes such as ræst lamb, fermented fish, and Skerpikjøt (dried mutton) in many of the restaurants and cafes across the islands.

See more about traveling to the Faroe Islands >