British Airways (BA, London Heathrow) has announced it will commence direct Glasgow International-Salzburg flights during the last quarter of the year. The Saturday-only flights will operate on-board an A319-100 with effect from December 12.

“The new route to Salzburg is sure to be popular with those looking to hit the slopes this winter, offering ideal access to some of the top resorts, including Zell am See, Saalbach and Obertauern," Francois Bourienne, Glasgow Airport’s commercial director, said.

The point-to-point service represents a departure from the British carrier's traditional approach of routing international flights via its London hubs.