Manchester Airport is launching its first direct flights to Moldova – connecting the North’s Moldovan community to family and friends and opening travel opportunities to one of Europe’s hidden gems.
FLYONE will begin operating twice-weekly flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays to the Moldovan capital Chisinau from Tuesday 17 December, a brand-new destination joining more than 200 others on the hub’s extensive route network.
The North is home to a growing Moldovan community and the Moldovan ambassador to the UK has welcomed the new connection, saying it will help connect people with their friends and family.
“The Embassy of the Republic of Moldova is pleased to welcome the launch of the direct flight between Chisinau and Manchester. This new connection is an important development for the Moldovan diaspora in the North West of England and enhances cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and the UK.
“This is the result of productive meetings with Manchester Airport earlier this year, and we are grateful for the strong partnership established. We encourage all airlines to explore similar opportunities to boost connectivity and look forward to the positive impact this will have on both business and tourism.”
His Excellency Ruslan Bolbocean – Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the UK
Moldova is also one of Europe’s least visited countries – but is home to a thriving and award-winning wine scene, spectacular scenery, including Old Orhei and the surrounding National Park, and a range of cultural attractions.
“We are proud to connect the North to the world through our route network of more than 200 destinations, more than any UK airport outside London. A key part of that is connecting people to friends and family in other countries.
“The North is home to lots of people from Moldova and we’re really pleased to be able to help them visit their homeland from an airport right on their doorstep.
“This new route also gives people from the North the opportunity to take the road less travelled and visit one of Europe’s last real hidden gems, with fantastic wine and beautiful scenery.” Stephen Turner – Chief Commercial Officer, Manchester Airport