KLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced that it will expand its operations at Cork Airport by adding a third-daily service to Amsterdam Schiphol this winter (excluding lower season January 4 – February 20, 2026), enabling global connectivity to 160 destinations. The Netherlands is the island of Ireland’s seventh-largest source market and ninth-largest source of overseas revenue. Tourism Ireland research states that the South-West of Ireland is the most popular region for Dutch tourists and holidaymakers to visit, outside of Dublin
KLM had already increased its capacity on its Cork – Amsterdam service since spring this year, by using larger Embraer E2 aircraft in class 132 seat configuration with special mood lighting, ergonomically designed seats, extra legroom, USB connections and bigger baggage bins.
Air France-KLM (UK & Ireland) General Manager Jerome Salemi, said “The increase to three daily KLM flights between Cork and Amsterdam highlights once again our commitment to the Munster Region and the South-West of Ireland. This complements our recent announcement of the year-round Air France services between Cork Airport and Paris Charles-de-Gaulle.”
Cork Airport Head of Aviation Business Development & Communication Tara Finn stated “Hubs are incredibly important for regional airports, providing essential long-haul connectivity. 32,330 more seats to Amsterdam will boost inbound tourism and provide more business and leisure connection options out of Cork. We are delighted with this expansion by KLM and look forward to further growth opportunities with the Air France-KLM group.”
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