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22 Oct 2025

Progress on Dublin to Derry flight welcomed

The Republic's Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien has confirmed that a funding model is currently being prepared with a view to resuming the flight to the capital next year

City of Derry airport welcomes a new route

City of Derry airport

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19 May 2025 4:15 PM

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News that work has begun to re-establish a Public Service Obligation (PSO) air service between City of Derry Airport and Dublin Airport in 2026, has been welcomed.
Sinn Féin councillor Sandra Duffy was commenting after reports that Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien has confirmed that a funding model is currently being prepared with a view to resuming the flight to the capital next year.
“This is another hugely positive development for City of Derry Airport and comes just weeks after Sinn Féin Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald’s department assumed responsibility for the facility, freeing up millions each year for the local council.
“City of Derry Airport is a fantastic asset right on our doorstep and the return of a direct flight to Dublin will help it continue to play a leading role in our local economy, and connect communities to these islands," Cllr Duffy said.

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