Airport announces more flights to Dublin
An additional 1,700 monthly seats will be added to the Leeds Bradford Airport to Dublin route from October.
John Cunliffe, Aviation & Commercial Director at Leeds Bradford Airport, said the 20% extra capacity would benefit business customers.
Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, has announced it will increase, starting from 28 October 2019. The increase will see up to three daily flights on Monday, Friday and Sunday operated by
Stobart Air.
Cunliffe added: “We’re delighted to add additional capacity from Leeds to Dublin from Winter 2019, and I am sure this additional capacity will prove popular for business customers. In particular, the new
mid-afternoon flight facilitates onward connections with Aer Lingus transatlantic flights, with reduced transfer times and greater choice of connections available.
“The investment of additional capacity by Stobart Air on the route further confirms the economic significance of the Leeds City Region.”
Additional seat capacity will meet the demand of Irish and UK business customers in particular, who require choice and flexibility of flight times, facilitating onward connections
to the US via Aer Lingus transatlantic services. The increase will also benefit US customers and Border Protection pre-clearance at Dublin Airport, saving time and avoiding any delays
in the US on arrival.
Stobart Air will operate ATR 72-600 aircraft to service the flights between Leeds and Dublin.
Graeme Buchanan, Managing Director at Stobart Air, added: “Stobart Air continuously strives to meet passenger demand across our route network. We closely monitor trends and prepare for busy seasonal periods which enables us to consistently deliver an efficient, reliable service. The additional seats will ensure flexibility for our passengers, providing business and leisure customers with a wider choice.”
