The new route marks Scotlands only direct route to the Caribbean, from Edinburgh to Bridgetown.
Departing for the first time on December 5, 2021, Barbados is welcoming its first direct flight from Scotland, as Virgin Atlantic announces its latest route.
Operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays, the Airbus A330 will link Edinburgh and the Caribbean, with fares starting from ?419 per person. Three cabin classes will be available, including economy, upper class and premium.
Lisa Cummins, minister of tourism for Barbados, welcomed the announcement, explaining: ?This will be the first time that Virgin Atlantic has flown international flights from Edinburgh, so it really is a very important moment in history for both Scotland and Barbados. We look forward to showing Scottish travellers that Barbados is a safe destination, which is ready and waiting for them to enjoy.?
Nikki Goldsmith, head of Caribbean at Virgin Atlantic, commented, ?Barbados is Virgin Atlantic?s heartland in the Caribbean. Not only have we significantly increased capacity to the island with the introduction of our newest plane, the A350, but we?re delighted to be flying from three regional gateways, of London, Manchester and our new home in Scotland, Edinburgh. Our new flights mean more customers than ever before get to experience the stunning beaches, equisetic cuisine and rich culture that Barbados has buckets of.?
