The Costa del Sol could be set to receive a larger number of Irish visitors this year, after one the country’s major airlines announced details of a new flight to Malaga.

As part of its expansion into Europe, Aer Arann will offer a twice-weekly service to the southern Spanish airport, flying from its base on the west coast at Galway and also the airport at Waterford, located in the south-east of the country.

Primarily a provider of domestic and regional flights, Aer Arann is beginning to offer European routes as the result of a franchise deal with Nex Aviation. The new flights will be available from May 1st.

Managing director of Aer Arann Gary Cullen said that the new service will “provide greater choice and easier access to continental Europe for our customers in the west and south-east of Ireland”.

A 100-seater aircraft will be used for the Malaga route, with flights currently priced at €90 (£68).

Ryanair, another Irish carrier, recently announced details of new flights to Malaga and Murcia from Bournemouth Airport on the south coast of England.

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