Aer Lingus adds new route from Cork to winter sport gateway

Aer Lingus has launched a brand-new route from Cork Airport to the city of Geneva in Switzerland.

The Cork to Geneva service will be flying each Saturday between now and March 6.

The inaugural flight EI852 from Cork to Geneva departed shortly after 1:15pm last Saturday afternoon.

Before boarding, passengers travelling on this first ever flight were presented with special gifts to mark the occasion including specially branded Christmas baubles and Swiss chocolates.

Geneva is Switzerland’s second largest city, with the new service also a gateway to winter sports and to what are considered some of the best ski resorts in Europe.

Geneva also is the second of Aer Lingus’s new routes introduced this winter from Cork Airport, following on from the start of a new service to Prague in October.

Speaking at the inaugural Aer Lingus Cork to Geneva service, head of aviation business development and communications at Cork Airport Tara Finn said this is much welcomed new addition to the flight schedule.

“The ski holiday market is growing and growing each year, and I’m thrilled to welcome Geneva as the newest addition to serve that market.

“The new route complements our existing services to Lyon, Munich and Salzburg. It’s the second of Aer Lingus new routes this winter, with the new year-round service to Prague proving very popular indeed.” Susanne Carberry, chief customer officer at Aer Lingus added:

“We’re delighted to launch a new winter service to Geneva, expanding our network and giving customers even more choice for seasonal adventures.

“Whether it’s chasing fresh snow in the Alps or seeking a charming city escape, this new route from Cork offers customers a convenient connection to one of Europe’s most charming destinations.”