Mayor says easyJet Edinburgh and Liverpool flights a major boost for City of Derry Airport
27 June 2024
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr has welcomed news that easyJet has launched operations from City of Derry Airport for the first time with new routes to Edinburgh and Liverpool.
She said: “This is excellent news for the airport and a major boost for our customers. The announcement of these two routes is a major boost to the local airport and a welcome addition to the Airport’s existing routes. This is a very welcome boost for both the Airport and the wider Northwest region and a direct air link with Edinburgh and Liverpool is hugely important for the economic development of the region.
“The route will provide passengers with enhanced connectivity for business and leisure travel as well as a wide range of global options for onward journeys. As a Council we remain committed to ensuring City of Derry Airport is the airport of choice for the Northwest of Ireland, offering passengers both convenience and outstanding customer service.”
The Mayor added: “These two great cities have lots to offer our customers, from history and heritage to popular culture. It’s also fantastic news for university students based in Liverpool and Edinburgh and a major coup for many Premier League football fans across the North West, who now have a direct connection and these new air links providing them with opportunities to link to other connecting flights and destinations. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for Derry and the North West to welcome more tourists from Liverpool and Scotland to enjoy a short break in the Walled City or to visit family friends in this part of the world.
“I want to congratulate easyJet on their new venture and thank the airport management and staff for all the work in securing this contract. We look forward to working with them over the coming months. “
The two new services will commence from 04 November 2024 and will operate twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays throughout the year.
For more information on easyJet’s network and to book visit easyJet.com