Commenting on the news Loganair chief executive Jonathan Hinkles said:
“We’re pleased to be adding another route to our networks at both Newquay and Manchester. We’ve been working closely with Cornwall Airport Newquay to restore UK regional connectivity following the collapse of Flybe earlier this year.
“Although we wished to see the Government support this programme with a Public Service Obligation nomination for the Manchester-Newquay route to permit more frequent services to be established, we’re nonetheless going ahead with a daily service from March 28, 2021.
“Rail and road services are no alternative to swift air travel between the North West and South West, and we believe this announcement will be warmly welcomed.”
It remains to be seen whether the route can sustain both services, particularly in a period of decreased demand for flights due to Covid-19. However Cornwall saw a huge influx of visitors this summer as travellers switched to staycations, which will no doubt have influenced both carriers’ decisions to launch their flights.