Eastern Airways is to resume flights on the Leeds Bradford–Southampton route on Monday following the withdrawal of Flybe.
Three flights each weekday are scheduled together with a Sunday service as the carrier targets business travellers.
Flights depart Leeds Bradford on weekdays at 6.50am, 10.20am and 5.10pm, arriving in Southampton at 7.50am, 11.20am and 6.10pm respectively. Flights leave Southampton at 8.20am, 4.05pm and 6.40pm, landing in Leeds/Bradford at 9.20am, 5.05pm and 7.40pm.
The Sunday service leaves Leeds/Bradford at 4.15pm, arriving in Southampton at 5.15pm, then returns at 5.45pm, landing into Leeds Bradford at 6.45pm.
The regional carrier’s commercial director Kay Ryan said: “We’re offering a frequent business schedule with an all-inclusive onboard service, both of which are equally important to business travellers.
“Our services are quicker and more convenient than road or rail alternatives and provide good value for money with a comprehensive range of fares.”
Leeds Bradford airport aviation development and marketing director Tony Hallwood said: “I am delighted that Eastern Airways are expanding their services at Leeds Bradford airport by introducing Southampton, an important route for the airport.
“Regional businesses across Yorkshire will welcome the frequent, well timed weekday schedule which allows a full business day in both cities.”