Start the New Year in 00 Heaven: Fly to Europe's most iconic James Bond locations

During the festive season, many of us will have indulged in the familiar tradition of settling down to watch a James Bond classic, but there’s no need to stop at the screen, in 2026, you can step into 007’s world. 

London Stansted offers direct routes to some of Europe's most iconic Bond filming locations, from Vienna's giant Ferris wheel in The Living Daylights to the Alpine village of Obertilliach featured in Spectre.

In 2026, the choice of destinations from Stansted is growing. From March, easyJet will launch direct flights to Paris, giving fans the chance to visit the Eiffel Tower, where Grace Jones made her dramatic leap in A View to a Kill. 

Turkish Airlines will also begin operating 15 weekly flights to Istanbul, home to iconic scenes from From Russia With Love and the dramatic finale of The World Is Not Enough at Maiden's Tower. 

Other highlights include: 

- Matera's ancient streets (No Time to Die)

- Venice's romantic canals (Casino Royale, Moonraker)

- Lake Como's elegant villas (Casino Royale)

- Rome's midnight streets (Spectre)

- Switzerland's thrilling Furka Pass (Goldfinger)

- Norway's stunning Atlantic Road (No Time to Die)

- Monte Carlo's glamorous casino (GoldenEye) 

Simon Gorrighan, Aviation Director at London Stansted, said: 

"Watching a James Bond film is a much-loved tradition for many over Christmas, but the New Year is the perfect time to turn that inspiration into adventure. With direct flights to some of Europe's most iconic Bond locations, and our own starring role in Tomorrow Never Dies, London Stansted is the gateway to a 007 inspired escape.” 

The airport even has its own 007 moment. In Tomorrow Never Dies, Q unveils Bond's gadget-packed BMW inside one of Stansted's hangars, meaning fans' Bond journey begins the moment they arrive. 

With Ryanair, Jet2, easyJet, Pegasus, AJet, and Turkish Airlines offering frequent services, London Stansted makes it easier than ever to experience the thrill of Bond's world, all just a short flight away. 

Your guide to Bond locations in easy reach from London Stansted 

Austria 

- The Living Daylights – Bond meets Kara on Vienna's iconic Wiener Riesenrad, the giant Ferris wheel at Prater Amusement Park, as they evade danger in the Austrian capital.

- Spectre – The Alpine village of Obertilliach provides the dramatic backdrop for Bond's plane crash landing during an intense mountain chase. 

Flights: Several weekly services with Ryanair and Jet2. 

Italy 

- No Time to Die – Matera's spectacular Sassi (cave dwellings) hosts the film's breathtaking DB5 chase sequence.

- Moonraker – Venice's romantic canals become the setting for a memorable gondola chase.

- Quantum of Solace – Siena's historic Piazza del Campo sets the stage for the opening sequence during the city's famous Palio horse race.

- Casino Royale – Lake Como's tranquil shores conceal Mr White's scenic hideout.

- Spectre – Rome's midnight streets witness a high-octane chase between Bond's Aston Martin DB10 and Mr Hinx's Jaguar C-X75. 

Flights: Daily Ryanair services to Venice, Milan, and Rome. 

France 

- A View to a Kill – Paris delivers two iconic moments: Grace Jones' dramatic leap from the Eiffel Tower and the elegant Château de Chantilly, setting for Zorin's horse auction. 

Flights: easyJet direct to Paris from March 2026. 

Turkey 

- From Russia With Love – Istanbul stars throughout this classic, with scenes across the city's mosques, markets, and waterways.

- The World Is Not Enough – Elektra King's lair is set in Maiden's Tower, the dramatic fortress on the Bosporus. 

Flights: Daily Pegasus and AJet services; Turkish Airlines from March 2026. 

Norway 

- No Time to Die – The Atlantic Road's dramatic ocean-hugging curves provide the backdrop for Bond and Madeleine's tense escape sequence. 

Flights: Daily Ryanair services to Oslo. 

Switzerland 

- The Swiss Alps have provided Bond with some of his most spectacular moments:

- Goldfinger – The legendary Furka Pass hosts the iconic Aston Martin DB5 mountain chase.

- The Spy Who Loved Me – Piz Bernina's dramatic peaks stand in for Austria in the film's unforgettable opening ski jump sequence.

- On Her Majesty's Secret Service – The Bernese Alps set the scene for Bond's daring escape from Blofeld's mountaintop fortress. 

- GoldenEye - Pierce Brosnan made his Bond debut with a spectacular 220‑metre bungee jump from Switzerland’s Verzasca Dam.

Flights: easyJet to Zurich; Jet2 to Geneva (seasonal). 

Germany 

- Tomorrow Never Dies – Hamburg's multi-storey car parks become the unlikely setting for Bond's remote-controlled BMW escape. 

Flights: Ryanair six times a week. 

Greece 

- For Your Eyes Only – Corfu's stunning landscapes feature throughout, from Bond and Melina's villa to the Old Town. 

Flights: Seasonal services with Jet2 and Ryanair. 

Portugal 

- On Her Majesty's Secret Service – The elegant coastal towns of Estoril and Cascais host key scenes where Bond meets Tracy and begins unravelling Blofeld's plans. Nearby Guincho beach also features in the film’s opening fight sequence. 

Flights: Multiple daily Ryanair services to Lisbon, Porto, and Faro. 

Netherlands 

- Diamonds Are Forever – Amsterdam's picturesque canals and city centre provide the backdrop for the film's diamond smuggling storyline. 

Flights: Daily easyJet services. 

Morocco 

- The Living Daylights – Tangier's vibrant markets and historic kasbahs become Bond's hunting ground as he tracks Whitaker and Kara. 

Flights: Several weekly Ryanair services. 

Monaco 

- GoldenEye – Monte Carlo's legendary casino sets the scene before Bond's high-speed pursuit involving the formidable Xenia Onatopp. 

Flights: Direct Ryanair services to Nice (30 minutes from Monaco).