easyJet arrives from Manchester to Akureyri

The inaugural flight of easyJet from Manchester to Akureyri was completed today on a windy but bright morning in North Iceland. easyJet now offers flights from both London Gatwick and Manchester Airport twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Announced this spring, the Manchester flights are an addition to the London flights that were operated for the first time last winter. The flights have been well received by people from the UK and Iceland, with many connections available through the two UK airports. Tour agencies now offer easier trips to North Iceland during winter, with more time to explore and experience the region.

When the flights were announced, Ali Gayward, easyJet's UK country manager, was excited by the prospect of the new destination.

"As the only airline offering a direct connection between the UK and Northern Iceland, we are delighted to be launching a second route this winter to Akureyri from Manchester Airport, in addition to our existing route from London Gatwick, which will provide travellers in both the UK and Northern Iceland with more choice and connectivity. We are committed to supporting the development of tourism in Iceland and we look forward to welcoming more customers onboard this winter.," says Ali Gayward."

Chris Hagan and Halldór Óli from Visit North Iceland, with Hjördís Þórhallsdóttir the manager of Akureyri International Airport