New Derry-Edinburgh route to take flight in May
New flights from the City of Derry Airport to Edinburgh will be taking off from May 17, 2022.
The Loganair direct flight will depart three days per week on a Tuesday, Friday and Sunday and will take just under an hour.
Steve Frazer, Managing Director at City of Derry Airport, said during the peak summer months the number of flights departing from the North West Airport will increase.
He said: “As the Gateway of the North West, we continue to monitor the travel needs of our local catchment area across Derry-Londonderry, the Causeway Coast & Glens and Donegal.
“A direct connection to Edinburgh has been greatly missed in recent months, particularly for those regularly commuting to study or work, or visit family and friends, and we are delighted that Loganair will be taking to the skies to provide this much-needed service."
Mr. Frazer added: "Edinburgh is an amazing destination and has something to offer for everyone on a leisure break – history and culture, family fun, unique food and drink experiences, nightlife – the options are endless! And of course, Edinburgh is a key UK business hub providing essential corporate connectivity for the North West region."
The all-inclusive fares start from £53.99pp one way with 15kg checked-in luggage and in-flight refreshments included as standard with Loganair.
Other deals include a 33% discount for families on Loganair fares for children aged 2-11 (under two's fly for free), and those planning a group getaway can benefit from flexible fares on booking/itinerary changes and payment.
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Alderman Graham Warke said it is “fantastic news for our City and District, and the wider North-West.”
He added: “It further improves connectivity and provides a service for people travelling for business or pleasure, or perhaps to visit family or friends.
“Edinburgh is a beautiful city steeped in history, with so much to offer and to interest visitors. It is brilliant that we will have now have a direct link for people in the North West to avail of."
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