MAN-MAD for it – Iberia Express begins services from Manchester

Iberia Express has launched flights from Manchester Airport to Madrid on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The service will run three times per week until the end of October when it will reduce to twice per week for the winter season (Tuesdays and Saturdays).

During the traditional ribbon cutting and cake ceremony before the departure of the first flight, Stephen Turner, Commercial Director for Manchester Airport, said: “We are delighted to welcome Iberia Express to Manchester Airport.

“The airline will provide further choice for customers looking to visit Madrid as well as giving the opportunity to connect to Iberia’s extensive route network.”

Iberia Express Head of Revenue Management and Network, Trevor Martin, said: “The launch of this route is an important milestone for us, as it strengthens our position in the British market where we already offer six routes. From now on, our customers will be able to fly from Manchester to Madrid with our airline at competitive prices and enjoying a good, as well as efficient service.”