Direct flights to a favourite holiday spot will be taking off for the first time from Glasgow airport.

The flights, operated by Ryanair, will allow eager holidaymakers to fly directly to Malta.

The first service to the Mediterranean Island took to the air yesterday, April 1.


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This eagerly anticipated addition marks Ryanair’s seventh route from the airport, complementing the airline’s current destinations of Alicante, Brussels, Dublin, Krakow, Malaga, and Wroclaw.

With Ryanair’s expansion, Glasgow Airport is excited to offer our passengers from Scotland’s largest city a convenient and direct option for experiencing Malta’s rich history, stunning coastline, and vibrant culture.


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Mark Beveridge, managing director at Glasgow Airport, said: "We are delighted to welcome Ryanair’s new direct service to Malta, which marks the airline’s seventh route from Glasgow Airport.

"This new connection will provide our passengers with greater flexibility and convenience when travelling to one of the Mediterranean’s most sought-after destinations.

"This latest addition further strengthens Glasgow Airport’s connectivity and offers Scottish travellers a fantastic opportunity to explore Malta’s rich history, stunning coastline, and vibrant culture.

"Ryanair’s continued expansion at Glasgow Airport is a testament to the strong demand for international travel from our passengers."