Budget airline Ryanair have announced two new routes heading from Edinburgh Airport to different holiday destinations.
Ryanair is set to run a weekly service from Edinburgh Airport to the island of Rhodes in Greece, and will also put on a new route to Cornwall. Announcing the news on social media, Edinburgh Airport tweeted: "Ryanair has announced a new weekly route from Edinburgh to Rhodes for the summer season, ideal if you're planning a getaway to this stunning Greek island."
Ryanair also announced their plans for a route from Edinburgh to Cornwall in January, operating twice per week from June to September.
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Ryanair’s Dara Brady said: “Ryanair is pleased to announce our new Edinburgh to Cornwall route for Summer ‘23, giving Ryanair’s Edinburgh customers even more choice at the lowest fares when booking their summer holidays.
"With its mild climate and miles of famed golden sands, it’s no surprise that Cornwall is the UK’s no.1 holiday destination.
"Whether you’re planning a weekend trip with friends to one of Cornwall’s famous festivals or a beachside staycation with the family, Cornwall won’t disappoint!"
And speaking on the new Rhodes route among others, Kate Sherry, Aviation Director at Edinburgh Airport said: "We know people need and want to travel and with restrictions easing, we want to provide as many options as possible for them to finally take that trip they’ve been waiting for.
"It’s clear to see there is confidence in the Edinburgh market as one for sustainable growth and it is good news that Ryanair are working with us to add new routes where possible and help people return to travel safely."
Examples of flights and prices from Edinburgh to Rhodes
- Edinburgh to Rhodes - June 10, 2023 - £95.99 on-way (£191.98 return in terms of a seven-day stay)
- Edinburgh to Rhodes - July 8, 2023 - £83.99 one-way (£167.98 return in terms of a seven-day stay)
Examples of flights and prices from Edinburgh to Cornwall
- Edinburgh to Newquay Cornwall - June 7, 2023 - £33.79 one-way (£62.78 return in terms of a seven-day stay)
- Edinburgh to Newquay Cornwall - July 5, 2023 - £44.40 one-way (£78.39 return in terms of a seven-day stay)
For more information, visit the Ryanair website for updates on flight prices, and more destinations than ever to choose from.
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