Flybe unveils new Central London flight routes for North East commuters

North East commuters are able to reach central London and its transport connections ‘with ease’ from next Monday (January 7).

This date will see the official launch of a double-daily direct air service to London City Airport from Newcastle with Flybe.

Eastern Airways, a franchise partner of Flybe, now operates a morning and evening peak service, said to take 70 minutes each way, direct into London City Airport.

This gives Newcastle Airport a second and faster, more convenient London travel option for those heading to the city or Central London.

Roger Hage, Eastern Airways’ general manager commercial and operations, said: “We are very pleased to launch this new direct central London air service on behalf of Flybe, adding to their expanding London City network and to the Aberdeen - London City service we already operate.

“We believe it’s vital for major UK cities to have direct fast convenient air links between the regions and City of London.

“This route provides a direct link for our customers from Newcastle and the North East region, from where they can quickly access Canary Wharf, the City of London and the underground network with ease, helping business and leisure travellers alike.”

Fast track security is said to be offered to all Eastern Airways customers travelling through Newcastle Airport into the departures lounge, and regular customers can benefit from discounted route passes.

Richard Knight, Newcastle Airport’s chief operating officer, concluded: “For a number of years, we have received countless requests for a direct route into the heart of London - so we are thrilled to be launching this service for both business and leisure passengers.

“We are very excited to see the impact this service has on our region and urge the North East to support the route.”