Airline Tender Process Open for City of Derry - Dublin Service
13 November 2026
The tender process to secure an airline to operate the new air service between City of Derry Airport and Dublin Airport is now open with the Department for Transport, marking an exceptionally positive step towards strengthening air connectivity across the North West and beyond.
The tender process to secure an airline to operate the new air service between City of Derry Airport and Dublin Airport is now open with the Department for Transport, marking an exceptionally positive step towards strengthening air connectivity across the North West and beyond.
Airlines are being invited to submit proposals to operate the new route, which will provide a direct and convenient connection between the City of Derry Airport and Dublin, while supporting wider regional connectivity, economic activity and access to international destinations.
Steve Frazer, Managing Director at City of Derry Airport, welcomed Minister O’Briens release of the airline tender process following the demand expressed by travellers in the local region for the return of this service over a number of years. “The route represents a strategic opportunity to improve regional connectivity, facilitate vital access for business and tourism, support economic growth and promote balanced regional development.
“We are continuing to work in close collaboration with the Department for Transport and look forward to the announcement of the airline operator post the tender process completion and flights going on sale in the near future. We’d also like to thank all those involved in carrying forward this commitment from the New Decade New Approach, through to the Program for Government and now into the delivery stages.
Further information on the tender process, including the procurement timetable and submission requirements, is available from the Department for Transport: Derry Dublin PSO