Ryanair fast-tracking passengers at City of Derry as winter schedule takes flight

Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, has announced new online fast-track security access for passengers travelling through City of Derry Airport, as the airline launches its winter schedule in the Northwest. Ryanair is operating flights three days per week between City of Derry Airport and Manchester to meet the travel needs of the local region across Winter 2025.

Steve Frazer, Managing Director at City of Derry Airport stated: “We are thrilled to have Ryanair providing much needed air connectivity from the Gateway of the Northwest for travellers across the region this Winter.

“The addition of fast-track security access offers Ryanair passengers with the ease and convenience of combining their flights and fast-track in one simple booking on the Ryanair website. As operations continue to grow at City of Derry, our fast-track service offers an efficient and stress-free experience for passengers travelling at peak times and is also great value at just £5pp.

“Ryanair's Manchester service will operate on a Monday, Friday and Saturday throughout the winter season to meet the needs of our local catchment area in Derry City and Strabane, the Causeway Coast, Donegal, and beyond.

"The schedule is ideal for business passengers and students travelling out during the week, and for leisure travellers planning a short weekend break.

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“Ryanair is a key airline partner, having celebrated the momentous milestone of 5 million passengers at City of Derry over 24 years within the last year. The airline has been an important economic driver for the Northwest in supporting regional development and tourism growth. We look forward to growing the airline's presence further in the Northwest for years to come.”

For more information on Ryanair flights and fast-track services from City of Derry Airport, visit www.ryanair.com.