Birmingham Flights Set to Resume at Inverness Airport Boosting Connectivity
Inverness Airport is set to welcome the return of direct flights to Birmingham starting March 2026. easyJet will operate the new service, reviving a route that was previously discontinued.
Birmingham Connectivity Restored
The direct flights to Birmingham were previously managed by Loganair, but the airline halted the service just days into 2024. This discontinuation raised concerns about negative impacts on both business and personal travel.
Community Response
Colin Marr, chief executive of the Inverness Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the significant implications of losing this route. He noted that Birmingham serves as a crucial business hub for the region and facilitates quick connections to London via train.
With easyJet’s announcement of the new service, many in the community are likely to respond positively. The news was confirmed by Inverness Airport, which expressed its excitement about resuming the route that passengers had frequently requested.
Flight Details
- Airline: easyJet
- Route: Inverness to Birmingham
- Start Date: March 2026
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The revival of this route is seen as a step forward for enhancing connectivity between Inverness and Birmingham. Passengers will have the opportunity to travel directly, which could mark a significant improvement for both leisure and business travelers.
Recent Developments
This announcement follows the recent inclusion of Birmingham International in the Caledonian Sleeper’s Inverness-London service. Such moves indicate a growing focus on improving transport links through the Midlands city, catering to the needs of Highland airline passengers.
The introduction of this service by easyJet is anticipated to reignite interest in travel between these two important destinations, promising a better experience for the community.
