Flights to the Emerald Isle added from Leeds Bradford

NEW flights to Cork in the Republic of Ireland from Leeds Bradford began this week.

The Aer Lingus route is being operated by Stobart Air, three times weekly.

It is Ireland’s second largest city, and the new route is expected to improve business connectivity and encourage more Irish tourists into the city region.

As the inaugural flight took off this week on St Patrick’s Day, Martin Saxton, chief commercial cfficer at Stobart Air said: “Aer Lingus is delighted to offer this new route to Ireland from Leeds Bradford to Cork and since announcing the new route, bookings have been strong for both leisure and business passengers.

“As one of Ireland’s main cities for business, culture and tourism Cork is a perfect destination for a short break or longer holiday from Leeds Bradford.

“Equally, we are confident that Leeds will prove to be a popular destination for the Irish visiting Yorkshire for both business and leisure travel. We look forward to working with the team at Leeds Bradford in growing and developing this route.”

Tony Hallwood Leeds Bradford Airport’s aviation development director said: “Leeds Bradford welcomes the introduction of Aer Lingus’ new services to Ireland’s second city Cork, offering a perfect gateway to Southern Ireland.

“We expect regional businesses to take advantage of this new route and for those wanting a short break or holiday, Cork will not disappoint.

“We expect this new route to become a firm favourite for Yorkshire visitors.”