Flybmi looking at adding more flights from Leeds Bradford
Flybmi is to launch a daily service between Leeds Bradford Airport and Munich next April, aimed at both business travellers and the mini-break market.
The flights should also be popular with those looking to visit the Bavarian capital’s annual Oktoberfest, which takes place next year from September 21 until October 6. Munich is also a gateway to the Alps, popular with both winter and summer sports enthusiasts.
Managing director Jochen Schnadt said: "As part of our on-going strategy to link key business hubs throughout Europe, it was a natural choice to connect the West Yorkshire region via the Leeds Bradford hub to Germany’s third largest city. We believe that this route will be popular with business and leisure travellers alike who will benefit from flybmi’s fast and efficient service and in time, we hope to expand our operations to include additional services from Leeds Bradford."
Leeds Bradford Airport chief executive David Laws said: "We know this is a route that has long been desired by the people of this region for some time. Munich is not only a great place to visit, but we also believe that due to the onward destinations available via the airport’s hub connectivity, this will help boost the region’s business and trade links, as well as support inbound tourism.
"We hope this is the start of a special relationship and this announcement is a clear indication of not only flybmi’s support for this airport, but also shows they recognise the fantastic potential we all know exists in our great region."
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