This summer, over six million passengers are expected to travel through Belfast International Airport, indicating a significant increase in travel compared to the previous year.
As reported by the Belfast Telegraph, this number is also the highest since 2019, which suggests a return to pre-pandemic travel levels, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
In addition, Belfast City Airport is preparing to welcome around 10,000 holidaymakers per day during June, July and August, indicating a significant influx of travellers looking to enjoy their summer holidays.
The top ten destinations for travellers passing through Belfast International Airport are popular Spanish hotspots such as Palma, Malaga, Alicante, Tenerife, Reus, Ibiza, and Barcelona. These destinations offer a variety of attractions, including beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and cultural experiences.
Other popular destinations for travellers from Belfast International Airport this year include Faro in Portugal, which offers stunning beaches and a warm climate. Dalaman in Turkey is known for its picturesque coastline and resorts, and Paris, the capital of France.
The same airport has also added several exciting destinations for 2023. As a result, the top newest destinations for 2023 from Belfast International Airport include:
- Orlando
- Budapest
- Valencia
- Milan
Moreover, most passengers travelling through Belfast City Airport in the coming months are also heading to Palma de Mallorca, Amsterdam and Frankfurt. In addition to these international destinations, Belfast City Airport also has a strong domestic offering. Thus, popular domestic destinations from the aforementioned airport are as follows:
- Newquay
- Edinburgh
- London
- Southampton
- Jersey
Furthermore, Spain, particularly Malaga and Barcelona, are expected to be the top destinations for passengers flying out of Dublin Airport this summer. Thanks to its beautiful beaches, rich culture, and vibrant cities, Spain has always been a popular choice for travellers from various parts of Europe.
At the same time, Madrid, the capital of Spain, is likely to be another sought-after destination for travellers.
Faro, Lanzarote, Lisbon, Paris, New York and Chicago are mentioned as popular international destinations for passengers from Dublin Airport too. The US cities, amongst others, offer diverse experiences, from the bustling streets of New York City to the architectural wonders and vibrant cultural scenes of Chicago.
Overall, passengers from Dublin Airport have a wide range of choices regarding popular destinations, both within Europe and internationally.
The managing director of the airport Graham Keddie has revealed that Belfast International Airport has added 21 new routes, either already launched or set to launch. These additional routes will undoubtedly provide passengers with more travel options and expand the airport’s connectivity.
“This year, we have 21 new routes that are launching or have already launched, including Valencia, Budapest, Orlando and Crete, as well as increasing frequencies on traditional hotspots in Spain and Turkey,” he pointed out in this regard.
The spokesperson for George Best Belfast City Airport has also mentioned that they are pleased to provide passengers with 27 top domestic and international destinations this summer. This wide range of destinations indicates that travellers from Belfast City Airport will have diverse travel options.