Aer Lingus Regional adds connection with Leeds Bradford
Aer Lingus Regional have added a new route to Leeds Bradford due to begin on October 23, 2014.
The airline, operated by Stobart Air, expects to carry up to 70,000 customers annually on the new route and will operate all services on the company’s brand new fleet of regional aircraft.
All flights to/from Leeds Bradford will operate daily as a return service from Aer Lingus’s hub at Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2.
Mr Julian Carr, Managing Director of Stobart Air, said that the launch of the route marks a significant milestone for Aer Lingus Regional.
Mr Carr said: "We are delighted to announce the launch of this new route from Dublin Airport, offering more destinations, choice and convenience for Aer Lingus Regional customers travelling between Ireland and the UK.
"We hope this service will continue to facilitate the long-established Irish community which has thrived near the city centre of Leeds for nearly 200 years.
"Equally, the new route will enable UK-based passengers to connect with Aer Lingus mainline services in Dublin where they can pre-clear security and customs for some of the main US cities, in advance of making their onward trip. It is estimated that this service will save passengers up to two hours on arrival at US destinations."
