Well said GAXLN, as some one who used the service eight times last year the loads are on the up. Last two flights were four spare seats and six over booked, some upgrades going that flight!
I for one would not go to Manchester, 6-7 hour flight only to battle the M62/M1 for another 3 hours, no would much rather go back to going via AMS/CDG or heaven forbid even LHR!! However cannot see EK dropping the service so will continue with EK035/6!