Ryanair reveal top Summer destinations from Mayo's Knock Airport

Ahead of a busy and jet-packed Summer schedule for Ireland West Airport Knock, Ryanair have revealed the top three destinations that people are jetting off to from the Mayo airport.

In total, the airline is jetting off to 17 new destinations around Europe over the course of the Summer months, with places like Milan, Mallorca, and Malaga some of the places available from Ireland West Airport.

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Now, on the brink of what promises to be a busy Summer, the airline have released the top three destinations on their list.

First on the list is Lanzarote. The Spanish island is the most Eastern of the Canary Islands, and has been a popular destination for Irish tourists for decades, mostly owing to its stunning landscape and golden beaches.

Next up was another one of the Canary Islands in Tenerife. Tenerife is well-renowned among holiday-makers both in Ireland and further afield for its beautiful coastline and nightlife.

Lastly, Edinburgh was selected by the airline to round off the list. Visitors to the Scottish capital will have fond memories of the city, with Arthur’s Seat and Edinburgh Castle.

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Jade Kirwan, Director of Communications at Ryanair, expressed her excitement for a packed Summer schedule and encouraged people to take advantage of the gateways to the world.

“Why not take inspiration from your fellow Irish holidaymakers in the West, Northwest, and Midlands regions and book a break away to Edinburgh, Lanzarote, or Tenerife,” she said.