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EasyJet Expands Winter Travel Options from Edinburgh Airport

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easyJet has launched new routes from Edinburgh Airport to Barcelona and Belfast City, enhancing connectivity between Scotland and Northern Ireland and providing Scottish passengers with more winter travel options. The airline's first flight to Belfast City Airport departed on Sunday, operating five times a week, while the inaugural flight to Barcelona took off on Monday, beginning a twice-weekly service to the Spanish city. Fares start from £20.99, and the new routes are available to book via easyJet's website and mobile app.

Key Takeaways:

  • easyJet has launched new routes from Edinburgh Airport to Barcelona and Belfast City, expanding its winter travel options for Scottish passengers.
  • The first flight to Belfast City Airport departed on Sunday, operating five times a week, enhancing connectivity between Scotland and Northern Ireland.
  • The inaugural flight to Barcelona took off on Monday, beginning a twice-weekly service to the Spanish city.
  • Fares for the new routes start from £20.99 and are available to book via easyJet's website and mobile app.
  • The new services will offer passengers more choice and flexibility, strengthening easyJet's partnership with Edinburgh Airport.
  • Barcelona is known for its architecture, culture, and cuisine, while Belfast offers a mix of history, arts, and scenic beauty, making both cities ideal for short getaways.
  • easyJet currently serves four Scottish airports and operates more than 80 routes across Europe and North Africa.

Statistics:

  • Number of new routes launched by easyJet: 2
  • Frequency of flights to Belfast City Airport: 5 times a week
  • Frequency of flights to Barcelona: 2 times a week
  • Starting fares for the new routes: £20.99
  • Number of Scottish airports served by easyJet: 4
  • Number of routes operated by easyJet across Europe and North Africa: over 80

Sources:

  • easyjet.com
  • Getty Images/iStockphoto
  • Quotes from Kevin Doyle, easyJet's UK Country Manager, and Stephanie Wear, Chief Commercial Officer at Edinburgh Airport, are from the original article.

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