East Midlands Airport Expands Route Network with New Destinations
In a bid to enhance its route network, East Midlands Airport has announced the introduction of new destinations, including Boa Vista in Cape Verde, which has become the furthest destination from the airport at 2,793 miles away.
According to a report by West Bridgford Wire, TUI has launched twice-weekly flights to Boa Vista, which will run from the beginning of May to the end of October. This tropical island in the Atlantic Ocean west of Senegal boasts a 12-mile long beach, making it an ideal desert island getaway. Visitors can also spot humpback whales offshore, while the capital, Sal Rei, offers a colourful melting pot of culture.
As noted by West Bridgford Wire, TUI has also announced Burgas in Bulgaria as a new destination from East Midlands Airport for summer 2025. The short transfer to Sunny Beach, one of the most popular coastal resorts, provides access to golden sands and clear waters of the Black Sea, along with plenty of family activities.
In addition to these new destinations, Jet2 has announced extra capacity on its Corfu route this year, with weekly Friday services planned from July to September. For later in the year, Jet2 has also expanded capacity on its flights to Malaga, Alicante, Faro, Malta, Paphos, and Tenerife for winter.
As reported by West Bridgford Wire, Jet2 has also added two weekly Christmas Market services to Berlin from late November to mid-December for the first time this year, plus a new route to Budapest between this October and next April. For those already thinking ahead to next summer, Jet2 has added six new destinations which are already on sale, including Agadir (Morocco), Costa de Almeria (Spain), Preveza and Halkidiki (Greece), and Pula and Split (Croatia).
Mike Grimes, Customer Services and Planning Director at East Midlands Airport, was quoted by West Bridgford Wire as saying: "We’re always looking to expand the list of places our customers can reach, so I’m delighted with announcements from two of our main airlines offering great new destinations and extra capacity on some of our existing popular routes. It adds even greater choice this summer and next, as well as for this winter." He also noted that Boa Vista in Cape Verde will be a "really popular option for people who want an effortless start to their getaway with us at East Midlands Airport."
The introduction of these new destinations and expanded routes is set to provide more travel options for passengers at East Midlands Airport. With TUI and Jet2 continuing to expand their services, passengers can look forward to a wider range of holiday destinations and more convenient flight schedules.
As West Bridgford Wire reported, East Midlands Airport is committed to providing a seamless travel experience for its passengers. With the launch of new restaurants and lounges, including the brand new restaurant Alembic, refurbished Escape Lounge, and Castle Rock’s new and refurbished bars, passengers can enjoy a more enjoyable and stress-free travel experience.
The new route to Boa Vista is a significant addition to East Midlands Airport’s route network, offering passengers a unique and exotic getaway. With its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage, Boa Vista is set to become a popular destination for travellers.
In related news, East Midlands Airport has seen a significant increase in passenger traffic in recent years, with the airport serving over 5 million passengers in 2022. The airport’s expansion plans are aimed at catering to this growing demand, with a focus on providing more routes and destinations for passengers.
The introduction of new destinations and expanded routes is a positive development for East Midlands Airport and its passengers. With TUI and Jet2 continuing to invest in the airport’s route network, passengers can look forward to more travel options and a more convenient travel experience.
Source: West Bridgford Wire
