Glasgow Airport looks for passengers in northern England

Glasgow Airport has launched a campaign to boost the number of people travelling from northern England to catch flights from the Scottish base.

The initiative will focus specifically on people based in Carlisle in north-west England who are planning to set off on a family holiday this year.

Glasgow Airport is closer to Carlisle than Manchester Airport - where people from the north-west regularly go to catch flights - and also offers cheaper services as a result of the differences between the school holiday periods in Scotland and England.

The campaign also promotes the benefits of the £31 million makeover that is currently being carried out at Glasgow Airport.

Amanda McMillan, managing director of the Scottish gateway, said: "Typically, a family of four could save hundreds of pounds on their summer holiday if they fly from Glasgow airport during August or September.

"With cheaper holidays, cheaper parking and a shorter journey time from Carlisle, it makes financial sense to fly from Glasgow."

Flights to Orlando, Dubai, Barcelona and other popular holiday destinations are available from Glasgow Airport, provided by carriers such as Virgin Atlantic, KLM and British Airways.

Posted by Teddie, 15 June 2009 14:57

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