Edinburgh Airport: Route from Scotland to Iceland launched
Icelandair will operate an Edinburgh to Reykjavik service from September to April.
The route, which will go to and from Keflavík International Airport, will fly up to four times a week.
This will operate on a Boeing 737 MAX 8, with premium and economy cabins being available to flyers.
When will I be able to fly to Iceland from Edinburgh Airport?
The first flight will take off on Friday, September 12. It will then leave on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.
However, this service will be reduced to three times a week from January to mid-February.
Discussing the new route, Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport, said they were "delighted" to be welcoming another travel option for customers.
He said that this is something the airport has been working on for several years.
He added: 'This is another fantastic show of confidence in Edinburgh Airport, our market, and the clear demand for travel, and we look forward to seeing the Icelandair tailfin arrive here in September.'
Bogi Nils Bogason, Icelandair president and CEO added: 'We are very excited to add Edinburgh to our network, particularly in our 80th year of flying from Scotland.
"Not only will this give the people of Edinburgh and surrounding areas the opportunity to visit Iceland and other great destinations on our network, but it will also allow more access to the beautiful capital of Scotland.
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"Our network now spans more than 60 destinations, and travellers can make the most of their journey by taking advantage of our stopover programme, enjoying a stay in Iceland along the way.'
Minister for Connectivity Jim Fairlie also welcomed the announcement, adding that the service would "further strengthen" Scotland's connectivity and relationship with neighbouring Iceland.
He said: 'This announcement is also a demonstration of Icelandair's continued commitment to Scotland in a highly competitive environment.'
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