Travelling off-Island for students made "much easier and affordable”

Students travelling next month have been given a helping hand from government.

Officials have paired up with Loganair to make travel for students easier and more affordable.

Next month will see Manx students starting or going back to university, but with those returning having to self-isolate for 14 days - the traditional trip of going with family is less likely this year.

As a result, the Scottish airline has introduced new student fares on routes from the Island to Liverpool, Manchester and London City with immediate effect. 

The new fares - which can be booked as one-way or return journeys include an enhanced checked baggage allowance of up to 30kgs (which can be split across multiple items), a discount from normal fare levels and extra flexibility to change travel dates without incurring extra charges.

Connecting flights are available to both Dublin and Belfast from a range of UK airports, although the Government has not been able to negotiate preferential terms with the airlines providing these.

Courier firms have also been contacted regarding the shipping of personal possessions to places of study in the UK and Ireland, and an updated list of those available has been provided on the Student Awards webpage at www.gov.im/categories/education-training-and-careers/student-awards/

The special student fares can be booked by contacting Loganair on 0333 800 2855.  

Proof of student eligibility such as a college or university placement offer letter may be required when booking.  

Details of the fares can be found on the airline’s website at www.loganair.co.uk/fares/for-students/.