Irish budget carrier Ryanair officially celebrated milestone of carrying 5 million passengers through City of Derry Airport over the last 24 years, supporting important regional development and growth, and 65 local jobs, and driving of year-round connectivity and tourism.
The carrier launched its Winter 2024 schedule for City of Derry Airport with two routes Birmingham extended year-round & to meet increasing demand Manchester operate three weekly (Mon, Fri, Sun).
City of Derry Airport’s Managing Director, Steve Frazer said “We are thrilled to have Ryanair providing much needed air connectivity from the ‘Gateway of the Northwest’ and Birmingham and Manchester for travellers across the region this Winter. We are extremely proud to have reached the momentous milestone of 5 million Ryanair passengers at City of Derry Airport, and we look forward to growing the airline’s presence in the Northwest for years to come.”
Ryanair Head of Communications, Jade Kirwan, said “As Europe’s No.1 airline, Ryanair is pleased to announce our Winter 2024 schedule for City of Derry Airport with 2 routes – Birmingham & Manchester. As well as extending our new Birmingham route for the Winter season, we’re also adding extra flights on our popular Manchester route, providing Northern Ireland citizens/visitors with even more choice at the lowest fares in Europe. Today’s announcement comes as Ryanair carries our 5 millionth passenger through City of Derry Airport – a significant milestone and reflection of our 24 years of operating to/from City of Derry Airport. This year, Ryanair’s City of Derry Airport traffic will grow +66%, demonstrating Ryanair’s long-term commitment to boost Northern Ireland’s air traffic, tourism, jobs, and economy.”
Image Credit: City of Derry Airport
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