British Airways has launched flights to Skiathos from London City airport. 

The route will operate three-times-a-week from London City.

As well as its famous Mamma Mia! film connection Skiathos is favoured by tourists for its many pine forests and over 60 beaches.

It is the third Greek Island route, alongside Mykonos and Santorini, that British Airways flies to direct from the airport and it is the only scheduled service from the UK to Skiathos.

Flights will operate during the peak summer weeks until September.

Basic each way fares are from £80.

Luke Hayhoe, British Airways’ general manager customer and commercial, said: “After the release of the hugely popular Mamma Mia! film, Skiathos became one of the most sought after holiday destinations. It sits perfectly with our other Greek Island routes and gives our customers at London City the chance to put themselves in the picture”.