UK regional airline, Eastern Airways is on Monday (12 May) launching its first direct international service from Newcastle International Airport with non-stop flights to Stavanger. Newcastle’s airline provides a daily weekday service from the north east of England to Norway’s fourth largest city, which was named European Capital of Culture 2008.

Eastern Airways had previously offered a link from the north east to Stavanger via Aberdeen prior to the start of this non-stop Newcastle service.

Chris Holliday, Eastern Airways’ chief operating officer, said: “We have provided travellers with a comprehensive network of domestic services from Newcastle for many years and our first non-stop international route from the airport links the vibrant north east with the European culture capital. 

“Our convenient service is the fastest weekday transport link between the two cities, which will not only appeal to business travellers, particularly those in the oil and gas industry, but also visitors taking short breaks in both regions.”  

Stavanger is located on the south west coast of Norway and is also recognised as Norway’s energy capital, with its vibrant oil and gas industry.

Eastern Airways passengers travelling through Newcastle Airport benefit from a dedicated fast track security channel to avoid any queues. 

This latest launch follows the airline’s recent move to increase flights on its Newcastle services to Aberdeen, Southampton and Cardiff. Flights to Birmingham and the Isle of Man are also served from Newcastle by Eastern Airways.