Manchester Airport launches first direct flights to 'one of Europe's last real hidden gems' Moldova
Manchester Airport is launching its first direct flights to Moldova.
FLYONE will begin operating twice-weekly flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays to the capital Chisinau from Tuesday, December 17. Moldova is one of Europe’s least-visited countries – but is home to an award-winning wine scene, spectacular scenery, including Old Orhei and the surrounding National Park, and a range of cultural attractions.
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.
His Excellency Ruslan Bolbocean, Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the UK, said: “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.”
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Stephen Turner, chief commercial officer at Manchester Airport said: “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.”
FLYONE was launched in 2016 and has become the largest airline in Moldova. Currently, the company operates flights to 60 destinations.