FLYBE franchisee Loganair will introduce a new service between George Best Belfast City, the Isle of Man and Blackpool at the start of May.
A Loganair Saab 340 in Flybe colours
Up to
three flights will operate daily from May 3 with morning and evening services timed to ensure passengers can make a return trip on the same day.
One return flight will be available on Saturday and Sunday.
Passengers wishing to travel on to Blackpool simply remain on the SAAB 340 aircraft during its stopover on the Isle of Man.
Economy Plus passengers will benefit from access to Flybe lounges and complimentary on-board drinks. They will also be able to change their reservations to alternative flights up to two hours before departure.
Some of the beautiful scenery on the Isle of Man
Katy Best, Director of Business Development at Belfast City Airport, said: "We welcome the addition of Loganair services from Belfast City Airport and the expansion of the Flybe network from Northern Ireland. The access to Blackpool is particularly welcome as we believe this is a service that will increase the important links between Northern Ireland and the north west of England."
Flights to Isle of Man and on to Blackpool leave Belfast City at 09:15, 12:55 and 17:25 and return to Belfast City at 08:10, 14:00 and 16:20. There will be one flight each way on Saturday and Sunday.
Fares start from £29.99 one-way, including all taxes, fees and charges and are available from Tuesday 3rd Feb, online at www.flybe.com.
A Manx2.Com Let410 aircraft
At present Manx2. com operates up to four return flights per day between City Airport and Isle of Man. It also links the island with Belfast International.
Manx2.com operates 'stay on the plane' connections to Blackpool.
Full details available at www.Manx2.com
