A new route connecting Glasgow Airport to Belfast will begin operation in October, with flights from just £23.

The Northern Irish capital boasts cultural attractions such as the Giant's Causeway and the Titanic museum, while hundreds of football fans make the reverse journey to Glasgow to cheer on Rangers or Celtic.

Now easyJet has launched a new route that will run on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays throughout the winter season.

The new service will launch on October 31 and run until March 24, 2023, with bookings already being taken.

Seats are on sale for as little as £22.99 for one person one-way, including taxes.

Ronald Leitch, operations director at Glasgow Airport, said: “This is a welcome announcement from easyJet given how popular the Glasgow Belfast route is with both Scots travellers and those visiting from Northern Ireland.

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“Belfast City Airport is also just a five-minute journey from the heart of the capital, which makes it the best option for business and leisure travellers looking for a speedy and convenient commute.”

Budget airline easyJet is the largest carrier at Glasgow airport, serving 24 destinations.

Their UK country manager Ali Gayward said: "We are delighted to be launching our new service from Glasgow, to Belfast City, and putting seats on sale today further strengthening our network in Scotland and providing our customers, whether they’re travelling for leisure or business, with more convenient connections to Northern Ireland, which we know will prove popular with those looking to explore and enjoy all the UK has to offer this winter."