New service will fly you directly to Zurich from Bristol Airport
The first flight from Switzerland landed at the busy South West airport bringing visitors to the region for business and pleasure.
The new route with Edelweiss gives travellers the opportunity to fly directly to Switzerland and allows for easy onward travel with its sister company SWISS, to other European cities including Munich and Vienna.
The twice-weekly service will operate on Mondays and Fridays.
The flight took less than two hours and customers were welcomed at Bristol
Rupert Lawrie, commercial director of Bristol Airport, said: "The new route marks a significant milestone in regional tourism, offering Swiss visitors a direct gateway to the South West.
'Zurich is a highly sought-after destination with Edelweiss providing customers in the South West and Wales with a direct connection.'
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