Air France resumes operations from Birmingham Airport

Linking Birmingham to Paris, the route, which began yesterday, will initially be operated twice times a week using an Embraer 190 aircraft.

Frequencies will increase weekly with the daily service resuming on July 6.

As the peak summer season approaches, Air France passengers will have the opportunity to connect to up to 150 destinations worldwide via Paris Charles de Gaulle.

Benedicte Duval, general manager for UK and Ireland, said: “As borders reopen and travel restrictions begin to ease, we are fully focused on the safe and gradual resumption of air travel. After this challenging period, we are delighted to be able to welcome our Midlands-based customers back on board.

"As we all adapt to this new environment, I can assure you that all Air France staff, both on the ground and on board, are committed to guaranteeing our passengers the highest levels of health and safety."

Tom Screen, aviation director of Birmingham Airport, said they were delighted that Air France had resumed flights from Birmingham Airport.

"Air France has been a partner airline of Birmingham for many years and offers passengers direct access to Paris and onward connections to up to 150 destinations," he said.

“We want to reassure customers that their safety is our number one priority, and as we restart operations we advise all to please follow the health and safety guidance available on our website. We look forward to welcoming the return of Air France, and its customers, to the airport from Monday."

In line UK Government guidelines, Air France requires customers to wear a mask throughout their journey. Customers will be notified of this via all communication channels (e-mail, sms, websites) prior to their departure and will be asked to ensure they possess one or more masks for their trip.