Passenger numbers on DFDS ferry services to and from Jersey increased during May, with more than 16,000 people travelling during the half-term period and growth recorded across all three routes.
Overall passenger numbers were up 20% compared with May last year, according to the ferry operator, with the strongest increase seen on the St Malo route, where passenger numbers rose by 26%.
Sailings to Poole recorded an 11% increase in passengers, while Portsmouth saw growth of 4%.
DFDS said bookings for travel between June and September are currently running 25% ahead of the same point last year, with nearly 200,000 passenger bookings now made for travel on Jersey services during 2026.
The company said demand for travel to and from France had been supported by interest in day trips and its 24-hour fare option, which allows passengers to stay overnight and return the following day for the same price as a day trip.
Chris Parker, Route Director for DFDS in Jersey, said: “It has been encouraging to see strong demand across all our routes as we move into the summer season.
“We have worked hard to provide customers with greater choice and flexibility, particularly on our French services, and it is pleasing to see more islanders and visitors taking advantage of those opportunities.
“Forward bookings for the summer remain very positive and we look forward to welcoming more passengers on board over the coming months.”
