New route to Europe takes off at Leeds Bradford

Airline Flybe has launched a route to Dusseldorf from Leeds Bradford Airport as part of ita winter schedule.

Flybe will offer up to six flights a week from the regional airport.

Flybe’s chief revenue officer, Vincent Hodder, commented: “We are pleased to add Dusseldorf to our expanding schedule from Leeds Bradford Airport this winter. This route is another example of Flybe’s commitment to providing convenient connections for business and leisure travellers from regional markets, providing added opportunity for customers to travel direct from their local airport.”

Tony Hallwood, aviation development director at LBA, said: “Leeds Bradford Airport welcomes the introduction of Dusseldorf onto the Flybe schedule from Winter 17. This gateway to the Rhine-Ruhr economic region is so important for business travellers across the Leeds City Region.

“In addition, the flight will offer convenient access to the many attractions along the River Rhine, a beautiful area of Germany that has plenty to offer leisure travellers. Dusseldorf also attracts weekend break visitors to events such as the famous Christmas Market.”

Leeds Bradford recently announced the arrival of a new chief executive in the form of David Laws, previously the boss at Newcastle Airport.

Pictured: Tony Hallwood, aviation development director at LBA, with Flybe captain Mark McMeekan, Chloe McCabe, Joanne Cummings and first officer Conor Murray.