Loganair is once again stepping in to operate festive flights between the Isle of Man and Belfast City this Christmas, reconnecting passengers with family and friends over the holidays. After the success of last year, the airline will operate three return services on Saturday, 20th and 27th December, and 3rd January, reinstating the popular seasonal flights to meet demand over the festive break, with tickets on sale now.
Operated by a 72-seater ATR 72-600, the flights will provide vital connectivity at one of the busiest travel times of the year.
Luke Lovegrove, chief commercial officer at Loganair, said: “Reinstating our Isle of Man to Belfast City route for Christmas helps ensure passengers can travel home or welcome loved ones during the festive period. We know how important this connection is at this time of year, and we’re pleased to once again provide this valued service.
“We remain committed to supporting the Isle of Man with vital air connectivity and are proud to play our part in making Christmas travel easier and more accessible.”
Geoff Pugh, Interim Airport Director said: “We know establishing these flights for Christmas 2025 will make a real difference to the community, helping friends and family reconnect at such a special time of year. We fully recognise the ongoing demand for year-round connectivity and are actively engaging with airlines on this. In the meantime, we thank Loganair for their commitment and responsiveness to the needs of our passengers.”
Ellie McGimpsey, Aviation Development Manager at Belfast City Airport, said:
“We’re pleased to see the return of Loganair’s festive flights to the Isle of Man, offering passengers a convenient option for reuniting with family and friends during one of the busiest times of the year.
“With up to 10,000 people passing through the terminal each day in the lead-up to Christmas, these seasonal services play an important role in reconnecting loved ones.
“Whether they’re travelling to the Isle of Man or returning to Belfast, with our unrivalled location just minutes from the heart of Belfast, passengers can enjoy a smooth and stress-free start to their journey.”
Fares start from £69.99 and customers will continue to benefit from Loganair’s signature services, including a 21kg total luggage allowance (15kg hold baggage and 6kg cabin baggage), family-friendly policies such as discounts for children under 12, and the convenience of a locally based carrier providing reliable connectivity.
Earlier this year, Loganair was ranked second in Which?’s annual customer survey of short-haul airlines, with a 72% customer score. The airline received five stars for customer service and four stars for booking, boarding, and cleanliness.
