Flybe has announced the addition of a new, year-round route to Hamburg from Birmingham, that will start on 10 July this year.

The route will operate with a choice of up to four flights a week, with additional frequency being added for the upcoming winter programme.

One way fares are from GBP34.99 including taxes and charges.

The airline will be the only direct operator on the route to Germany’s second largest city that is a key business destination with a vibrant commercial sector that includes a busy port.

Flybe’s chief revenue officer, Vincent Hodder said: “We are pleased to add Hamburg as our sixth German destination to our already extensive schedule to and from Birmingham airport and to maintain this key route for existing customers. We look forward to welcoming many new customers on board this summer.”