A UK airport trial has generated new operational evidence that could help the global aviation industry understand how hydrogen-powered ground equipment can be introduced safely and practically, and what is needed to support wider adoption. The study, led by Exeter Airport, Cranfield University and ULEMCo, tested a dual-fuel hydrogen–diesel ground power unit over multiple days […]
Exeter Airport named best in UK for second year running
Exeter Airport has been named the best airport in the UK for the second year running in the annual passenger survey by consumer champion Which? The airport topped the national table with a customer score of 83%, up from 80% last year, and retained its coveted Which? Recommended Provider status. The Which? survey asked more […]
EXETER UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE UNVEILS STRIKING NEW ARTWORK AT EXETER AIRPORT
Passengers arriving at Exeter Airport this summer will be welcomed by striking new artwork celebrating Devon’s extraordinary literary heritage and Exeter’s status as one of just 63 UNESCO Cities of Literature in the world. Recently Installed in the UK arrivals gate, the large-scale mural is expected to be seen by hundreds of thousands of passengers […]
Exeter Airport passenger numbers leap 32% as new routes drive continued growth
Exeter Airport has recorded a strong year of growth with passenger numbers rising by 32% to 582,347 in the year to 31 March – an increase of more than 139,000 on the previous year. The boost has been driven by a significant expansion in routes and capacity, with continued strong demand for flights from the […]
Travellers embrace KLM’s Exeter–Amsterdam route in its first year
One year after the launch of the Exeter–Amsterdam service by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, travellers from across the South West – as well as visitors from around the world – are making the most of the route. Since the first flight took off in March 2025, the number one end destination continues to be the […]
Match your BA status to Flying Blue, the loyalty programme of KLM
Flying Blue, the loyalty programme of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has launched a status match offer for eligible British Airways Club members. This is the perfect opportunity for business and leisure travellers who enjoy the convenience of flying from Exeter Airport and plan to travel with KLM to Amsterdam or connect beyond to one […]
Successful UK hydrogen airport trial sets out roadmap for further studies
A new report into the UK’s first airside trial of multiple hydrogen-powered ground support equipment (GSE) has confirmed that hydrogen can be safely and effectively integrated into airport ground operations, while setting out a series of essential next steps needed to accelerate hydrogen adoption and decarbonisation across the aviation sector. The Zero Carbon Turn project, […]
Aurigny expands Exeter-Guernsey route with five weekly summer services
Guernsey airline Aurigny has announced a significant boost to air connectivity from Exeter Airport following the recent expansion of its ATR 72 fleet. The airline will increase its summer flight frequency between Exeter and Guernsey from three to five flights per week from the 2nd of April. Services will now operate on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, […]
Exeter Airport passenger numbers soar 28% as new flights drive record growth
Exeter Airport has seen summer passenger numbers soar by a record 28% driven by new routes, rising demand and its reputation for exceptional customer service. A total of 450,112 passengers travelled through the airport from 1st April to the end of October, an increase of almost 100,000 and marking one of the highest year-on-year growth […]
TUI LAUNCHES NEW DIRECT FLIGHTS TO KOS FROM EXETER FOR SUMMER 2026
TUI Airways is expanding its Greek island offering with the launch of new direct flights to Kos from Exeter, giving holidaymakers more choice and flexibility. The brand-new Exeter route marks the first time TUI has connected Exeter directly with Kos. Customers can book seven or 14-night holidays to the popular Greek island, which boasts golden […]