Uncover Devon and Cornwall direct from Newcastle International Airport

Whether visiting Devon and Cornwall for business or pleasure, the South West offers so much for travellers from the North East. The region has a mild climate, stunning beaches, picturesque countryside, historic harbours and picture-postcard villages. Add to that the reputation the region has for top class locally produced food and drink and Devon and Cornwall are ideal destinations.

Newquay is seen as one of the world’s leading surf destinations and a gateway to the rest of Cornwall with its dramatic coastline and rolling countryside. Cornwall is a haven for walkers with a spectacular coastal footpath and watersports are big too – surfers, kite surfers and water skiers are all regulars on the beaches. Cornwall is also world famous for its fragrant spring gardens and of course, the imposing Eden Project.

Plymouth is centrally placed for exploring Devon and its sandy beaches, the mystery and majesty of the moors or stopping over for a great city break with plenty of shopping and sightseeing to be had. Devon’s world class landscape includes two National Parks and two World Heritage sites meaning visitors are spoilt for choice. Devon is also extremely rich culturally and historically.

Later this year the South West’s maritime heritage comes to the fore, as two world class events not to be missed take place on our doorstep. The Artemis Transat Race at Sutton Harbour, Plymouth will begin in May and the Tall Ships head to Falmouth in September….another two reasons to visit.

More information on Devon and Cornwall and what’s on offer can be found at www.visitcornwall.com and www.discoverdevon.com

• How to get there from the North East?

From Newcastle International Airport, it’s only a short hop to both Newquay and Plymouth with Air Southwest. With excellent flight times, Devon and Cornwall are ideal destinations whether for a short break or a longer stay in the South West.
Flights with Air Southwest – the South West’s own low fare airline – are operated from Newcastle seven days a week using a Dash 8-300 aircraft.

• For flight information please see our Monthly Scheduled Flights Timetable

For more information and to book on-line, visit www.airsouthwest.com. Fares start at £35 one way including taxes and charges.

In response to the needs of Air Southwest’s business travellers, the airline has launched a flexible Business Plus fare. This means that customers can change their flight, any time they like up to 2 hours before departure, at no extra charge. They can also relax and refresh in the Executive Lounge available at Newcastle International, check in up to 30kg of baggage at no charge, in addition to Air Southwest’s generous free hand baggage allowance and enjoy a complimentary drink on board the flight.