A new deal has been struck that will allow Teessiders to smoothly travel to a number of worldwide destinations via the local airport.
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has welcomed the arrangement that Loganair has struck to make travel from Teesside Airport to the world faster, smoother and more hassle-free than ever.
Loganair currently operates flights from the airport to London Heathrow which, international coronavirus restrictions permitting, would typically connect Teesside, the North East and Yorkshire with more than 180 locations in 84 countries across the world.
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The UK’s biggest regional airline has struck a deal with British Airways which means passengers flying globally from Teesside via the UK’s biggest airport can book one single ticket, at BA.com, to 134 onward destinations – subject to Government rules.
Under the deal, there is no need for passengers to recheck their bags and there is added protection against missing connections due to delays.
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen said: “The adding of Teesside International to the British Airways and Loganair partnership agreement is another fantastic coup that makes our airport more global and outward-looking than ever.
“This arrangement with British Airways cuts down on queuing times, stress and hassle for people travelling abroad for business or a much-deserved holiday.
“The global aviation industry has obviously been hit hard by coronavirus, but it’s essential that we put measures in place now so that we’re in a position for a speedy and smooth take-off as restrictions ease.
“That’s also why we’ve also made massive multimillion-pound improvements to our terminal building, so we can quickly process more and more passengers as they take advantage of these and other routes.
“Together, it all means we’re ready to wow not only tourists, but also…