For the first time in history, travellers from Italy will be able to fly directly to the Faroe Islands
Atlantic Airways has announced that it will launch a new nonstop route between Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Vágar Airport (FAE) during the summer of 2027, creating the first scheduled air link between Italy and the North Atlantic archipelago. Bookings for the new route will open on 17 September 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter in travel between Italy and one of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.
A Major Step for Faroese Tourism
Until now, Italian visitors have reached the Faroe Islands via connections through Copenhagen, Reykjavík, Edinburgh, Paris or other European hubs. The new nonstop service removes one of the biggest barriers to visiting the islands: complicated travel itineraries. For many Italians, the Faroe Islands have long remained a dream destination—close enough to Europe yet often perceived as difficult to reach. A direct flight from Milan changes that perception dramatically. The route also reflects the growing international profile of the Faroe Islands, whose spectacular landscapes, hiking trails, bird cliffs, waterfalls, and vibrant contemporary culture have attracted increasing attention over the past decade.
Why Italy?
Italy has become one of Europe’s fastest-growing outbound travel markets for nature-based and experiential tourism. Increasing numbers of Italian travellers are looking beyond traditional Mediterranean holidays in search of cooler climates, dramatic scenery, outdoor adventures and authentic local cultures. The Faroe Islands fit this trend perfectly. Visitors can experience:
• towering sea cliffs and isolated villages;
• world-class hiking and birdwatching;
• Viking heritage and Nordic traditions;
• outstanding seafood and innovative Faroese cuisine;
• dramatic weather and ever-changing Atlantic landscapes.
For photographers, road-trippers and lovers of slow travel, the islands offer one of Europe’s most distinctive experiences.
A New Gateway from Southern Europe
Milan Malpensa is one of southern Europe’s largest international airports and provides convenient access not only for northern Italy but also for travellers from Switzerland and neighbouring regions. The new service could therefore attract visitors from a much wider area than Italy alone, strengthening the Faroe Islands‘ links with southern Europe. For Atlantic Airways, the route continues a gradual expansion of its European network, complementing existing services to destinations across Scandinavia and other parts of Europe.
Good News for Italian Travellers
The announcement is particularly welcome for Italian travellers interested in the Nordic region. Direct flights reduce total travel time, eliminate the uncertainty of connecting flights, and make shorter trips to the Faroe Islands much more practical. For independent travellers, photographers and outdoor enthusiasts, weekend or week-long itineraries become considerably easier to plan. It also opens new opportunities for specialised travel operators, cultural exchanges and media projects focused on the North Atlantic.
What We Know So Far
🟢 Atlantic Airways has confirmed:
• direct flights between Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Vágar (FAE);
• launch during Summer 2027;
• ticket sales opening on 17 September 2026;
• the first scheduled nonstop connection between Italy and the Faroe Islands.
🔴 The airline has not yet announced:
• the inaugural flight date;
• flight frequency;
• operating days;
• ticket fares.
These details are expected to be released in the coming months. For anyone who has dreamed of standing beneath the cliffs of Vestmanna, hiking to Kallur Lighthouse on Kalsoy, exploring Tórshavn‘s colourful harbour, or witnessing the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the islands’ dramatic coastline, reaching the Faroe Islands from Italy is about to become easier than ever. With ticket sales opening on 17 September 2026, travellers can already begin planning for what promises to be one of the most exciting new Nordic air routes of 2027.
The North Atlantic has just moved a little closer
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