TUI Airways has proudly resumed its flights from Southampton Airport to Palma De Mallorca, marking the first departure in 15 years.

The inaugural flight took off yesterday (Tuesday, 27th May), reconnecting travellers with the largest and sunniest of the Balearic Islands.

This weekly service will operate until the end of September, perfectly complementing Marella Cruises' eagerly awaited summer program.

The reintroduced route offers holidaymakers and cruise enthusiasts a seamless connection to Mallorca’s stunning beaches, vibrant cultural attractions, and delightful Mediterranean climate

Gavin Williams, Managing Director at Southampton Airport, said: “Our passengers were hugely excited when the return of TUI was first announced last year.

“It was fantastic to see our passengers on the first services which provides an exciting new travel opportunity for the Central South region.

“We look forward to welcoming more passengers on this flight as we continue to expand and enhance our travel options.”

“We understand how important it is for customers to have access to flights from their local airports, and this latest addition brings the number of regional airport that TUI Airways fly from to 24”.

“We look forward to welcoming customers on board from May next year and taking them away on their dream Mallorcan holiday”.

For those looking to set sail soon, Marella Cruises sailings will include Mediterranean itineraries aboard Marella Discovery, ‘Cosmopolitan Classics’ departing from Palma, Majorca and calling at Cagliari, Sardinia, Naples (for Pompeii and Capri), Italy, Piombino (for Siena and Pisa), Italy, Villefranche (for Monaco and Nice, France, Palamos, Spain and finishing up once again in Palma.

Lee McCann, Communications Manager, AGS Airports

Lee.McCann@agairports.co.uk 01224 725757

Southampton Airport is owned by AGS Airports Limited which is jointly held by AviAlliance, one of the world’s leading private industrial airport investors and operators.

With nine airlines serving 17 domestic and international destinations, Southampton Airport is the one of the Central South region’s principal international gateways.

As well as supporting a number of lifeline services to the Channel Islands, the airport is also a key component of the region’s transport infrastructure, supports over 1,000 jobs and delivers £160 million in GVA annually.