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Edinburgh Live
15-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh Airport welcomes airline offering new flights to popular European capital
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh Airport are set to welcome an airline to the capital to begin a new route to a popular European capital. Icelandair will operate the Edinburgh to Reykjavik service from September to April, flying up to four times a week between Keflavík International Airport and Edinburgh Airport. The first flight will launch on Friday, September 12 and will operate on a Boeing 737 MAX 8. The new service provides direct connectivity to Iceland's capital city and onward transatlantic connections, allowing passengers to add a stopover in Iceland at no additional airfare. Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said: 'We are delighted to be welcoming another new airline to Edinburgh Airport, especially as this is some-thing we have been working on for several years. 'Providing more connections from Scotland's busiest airport is what drives us, and Icelandair provides fantastic direct connectivity to Reykjavik as well as its strong onward connectivity to countries like Canada and the USA. '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: '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. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "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 said: 'I welcome the announcement of Icelandair's new service between Edinburgh and Keflavik International Airport, further strengthening our connectivity to Iceland's capital and its access to onward destinations like the USA and Canada. 'This will provide additional connectivity for Scottish businesses and help grow the economic benefits of our tourism sector by giving inbound travellers more choices when it comes to planning travel to Scotland. 'This announcement is also a demonstration of Icelandair's continued commitment to Scotland in a highly competitive environment.'
The National
15-05-2025
- Business
- The National
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. Recommended Reading: "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.'
