My life, like many Irish expats, is split between my job in London and my roots in the beautiful west of Ireland. As much as I cherish my life here, maintaining family connections across the Irish Sea remains a priority. However, all too often, I find myself frustrated by the travel options available. Current flight schedules to Ireland West Airport Knock from London, particularly on Thursday and Friday evenings, are inconveniently early, leaving those of us who work full-time little choice but to drain our annual leave just to visit home.

The latest regularly scheduled flights arriving at Ireland West Airport Knock depart by 4 PM, which poses a significant challenge for expats like myself who work until 5 or 6 PM. This limitation not only impacts our personal lives by reducing time spent with loved ones, but it also adds unnecessary stress and travel costs as we attempt to cobble together alternative travel plans.

Airlines must recognize the increasing demographic of Irish professionals working in London who need efficient travel options. A simple, yet impactful solution would be to introduce later flight times on Thursday and Friday evenings. This change would allow more Irish expats the opportunity to board post-work flights without the need to take leave.

By catering to the growing community of Irish professionals working abroad, airlines can ensure frequent travel, increased customer satisfaction, and a dedicated customer base.

We urge airlines servicing the London-Ireland West route, and particularly Ireland West Airport, to consider this change in schedule. A well-timed evening flight could significantly improve the lives of many, offering more flexibility, time with family, and peace of mind. Let us work together to make this change a reality.

Please sign this petition to advocate for later evening flights from London to Ireland West Airport Knock. Together, we can bridge the gap that distance creates, and bring families and friends closer. Thank you for your support.