Bring Direct Winter Flights Between Edinburgh and Catania Back!

I’m originally from Sicily and I’ve been living in Edinburgh for the past 10 years. I’m starting this petition because I believe there should be a direct flight connecting Edinburgh and Catania throughout the year, including the winter months.

Between October and April, the lack of a direct connection makes travelling between Scotland and eastern Sicily much more difficult. Instead of being able to fly directly, passengers may have to book connecting flights, plan around longer journeys and spend additional money to get to their destination.

This is not just an inconvenience. It can make visiting family and friends more difficult, particularly for people travelling with young children or those who need to travel home regularly. It can also mean spending more time travelling and less time with loved ones.

There are people living in Scotland who have family, work and personal connections in Sicily, as well as people in Sicily who want to visit Scotland. Having a direct flight available only during part of the year limits the options for everyone who relies on this connection.

I understand that airlines need to consider demand and operating costs when deciding which routes to offer. However, I believe it is worth properly assessing the demand for a regular winter service between Edinburgh and Catania.

I am asking airlines and Edinburgh Airport to consider introducing a direct flight at least twice a month from and to, between October and April, making travel between Scotland and Sicily easier and more accessible throughout the year.

If you would use this route, please sign and share this petition. The more people who demonstrate genuine interest, the stronger the case we can present to airlines and the airport.

Thank you for your support.