New Shannon to Edinburgh flight launched today
Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Stobart Air, today launched the first flight on its new route from Shannon to Edinburgh.
The new route will operate six times weekly with fares from €29.99 one-way including taxes and charges.
It will result in an additional 35,000 seats for Shannon Airport in 2016, rising to 45,000 per annum from 2017.
Martin Saxton, Chief Commercial Officer at Stobart Air said: “We are delighted to return services to Shannon Airport.
“Edinburgh is one of Europe’s most popular weekend destinations, and is renowned for its incredible architecture, historic castle and world class arts festivals.
“The new route means that Aer Lingus Regional now serves 31 routes across Ireland, the UK and France, and reflects the ongoing success of our franchise partnership with Aer Lingus.”
