2013-04-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers travelling to Berlin from Sofia Airport were provided with one more alternative. As of today, EasyJet, the low-cost airline, will carry passengers to Berlin (Schönefeld) three times a week (on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays). Thus, in summer schedule, valid since 31 March, the weekly frequencies on Sofia-Berlin route, together with daily flights of Bulgaria Air and Air Berlin, operating… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Flights
WIZZ AIR LAUNCHES 4 ROUTES TO DUBAI
Budapest, Kiev, Bucharest and Sofia low cost services starting from 28 October Dubai, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe today announced that it will start services to Dubai World Central Airport from Budapest (Hungary), Bucharest (Romania), Kiev (Ukraine) and Sofia* (Bulgaria) starting from 28 October 2013…. Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines: Third Boeing 777 takes off with new long-haul cabin
Third Boeing 777 takes off for maiden flight from Vienna to Tokyo with new, modern long-haul cabin Aircraft displays Red Ribbon, logo of 2013 Life Ball 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Having undergone a successful test flight and received approval from the authorities, the third Austrian long-haul aircraft of the type Boeing 777 takes off for… Read the full press release
“Happy Hour” de Iberia, aprovecha la noche para viajar al mejor precio
Vuelos a Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo y Río de Janeiro a precios muy económicos Solo para reservar hoy, entre las 20:00 y las 00:00 horas. Para volar del 12 de abril al 30 de noviembre. Madrid, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Iberia lanza esta noche su personal “Happy Hour”, una campaña para volar con los mejores precios a Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo… Read the full press release
Scandinavian Airlines Launches New Non-Stop Service Between SFO and Copenhagen
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is inviting media to view the arrival of Scandinavian Airlines’ (SAS) new non-stop service from Copenhagen. The first flight will arrive on Monday, April 8, 2013. Scheduled arrival time is 2:45 p.m. The actual arrival time may be earlier or later depending on weather and… Read the full press release
British Airways is offering free flights to Yorkshire businesses
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is offering free flights to Yorkshire businesses who sign up to the airline’s On Business loyalty programme. Companies in Yorkshire who join On Business before June 30 will automatically earn 3,120 bonus points, enough for two reward flights to London from Leeds Bradford Airport. The loyalty programme is designed specifically… Read the full press release
Air France is extending its “Metropolitan France” Travel Saver Card to flights to Europe, North Africa and Israel
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — As from 3 April 2013, Air France is extending its “Metropolitan France” Travel Saver Card to flights to Europe, North Africa and Israel. FOR THE SAME PRICE, THE “METROPOLITAN FRANCE” TRAVEL SAVER CARD IS EXPANDING Accessible to all, Air France’s “France-Europe-North Africa” Travel Saver card offers up to 35%* discount on the French… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines today inaugurates new twice-daily service between Seattle and Salt Lake City
Introductory one-way fares on sale today for $109* for travel through June 15 SEATTLE, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines today inaugurates new twice-daily service between Seattle and Salt Lake City. The carrier is offering one-way fares between the two cities for as low as $109*. To purchase tickets and view complete fare rules—including advance… Read the full press release
Find your way at Copenhagen Airport
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — A nice glass of wine at Le Sommelier, a new dress at Malene Birger or perhaps half an hour with your children in the play area. And then off to your gate in Pier A. But where is gate A23 actually, and how long does it take to get there? Now, you… Read the full press release
Oman Air enters into codeshare partnership with Ethiopian Airlines
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman has entered into a codeshare partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, the national carrier of Ethiopia on the Muscat and Addis Ababa sectors, which will offer greater choice for customers of the two airlines. This codeshare agreement will cover flights between the Omani capital… Read the full press release
SAA submits Long-term Turnaround Strategy
Johannesburg, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — South African Airways (SAA) is pleased to announce that it has submitted its Long-term Turnaround Strategy to the Public Enterprises Minister, Malusi Gigaba. The handover was made yesterday to the Minister by Ms. Dudu Myeni, the acting Chairperson of the SAA Board of Directors on behalf of the airline. The submission of… Read the full press release
IATA: Passenger Growth Accelerates on Rising Business Confidence
Geneva, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for February showing that demand growth is accelerating on the back of stronger business confidence, particularly in emerging regions. Passenger demand rose 3.7% compared to February 2012. The 3.7% growth masks improvements in recent months. October 2012 appears to have… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Gives Back To Communities All Year Long By Celebrating Women
2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is demonstrating its commitment to the communities it serves by hosting an array of women-focused activities throughout 2013. The Company champions diversity and inclusion and the causes that matter most to its Customers and Employees. “Southwest Airlines is proud of our commitment to women. We partner with nonprofit… Read the full press release
One of the UK’s leading online travel agencies, On the Beach, signs with Travelport
First GDS relationship for leading OTA to drive new hotel, car and flight content Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, today announces a new agreement with On the Beach, one of the UK’s leading online travel agencies. The agreement is… Read the full press release
31 ROUTES & 1.6M PAX P.A. AT RYANAIR’S 2ND POLISH BASE
2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (3 Apr) opened its 2nd base in Poland at Krakow with two-based aircraft and 31 routes, which will deliver up to 1.6m passengers p.a. and sustain 1,600 “on-site” jobs, as Ryanair invests over $170m at Krakow Airport. Ryanair celebrated the opening of its new Krakow… Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines Group hands over final Boeing 737
Greater efficiency and higher productivity thanks to unified Airbus fleet on medium-haul routes Lauda Air now history 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — The final Boeing 737 in the Tyrolean Airways fleet celebrated its departure today. The aircraft, which bears the registration OE-LNK, is the last to bear the Lauda Air design. This means the fleet harmonisation, during… Read the full press release
Arriving race goers get a taste of Aintree at Liverpool John Lennon Airport
2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) is gearing up for the expected influx of horse racing fans as they fly to JLA on their way to the three day John Smith’s Grand National at the Aintree Racecourse, which culminates in the world famous steeplechase on Saturday. To help arriving race-goers get a flavour… Read the full press release
New Frankfurt flight takes off from Bristol Airport
Six per week service to Germany’s financial capital to go double daily in May 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frankfurt becomes the latest German city on Bristol Airport’s destination map today (2 April 2013) when bmi regional commences a new six-times a week service to the city. The departure of the first flight just after midday marks… Read the full press release
Houston Airport System: Turkish Airlines Launches Non-stop Flights Between Houston and Istanbul
Europe’s Best Airline Plans for Takeoff at George Bush Intercontinental Airport 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Turkish Airlines, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, is expanding its presence in the United States. Today marks the launch of its newest gateway in Houston, Texas. Houston becomes the fifth U.S. gateway, joining Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and… Read the full press release
Ryanair opens new base in Zadar, Croatia
17 ROUTES & 300,000 PAX P.A. AT RYANAIR’S 1st CROATIA BASE 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (1 Apr) opened its new base in Croatia at Zadar with one-based aircraft and 17 routes, which will deliver up to 300,000 passengers p.a. and sustain 300 “on-site” jobs, as Ryanair invests over… Read the full press release
Frontier Airlines’ Family Summer Fun Fares
Purchase at FlyFrontier.com by April 4 for travel through Sept. 8 DENVER, 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines is offering a fare sale with family fun fares that can help you make some great summer memories. Fly to your favorite Frontier city with fares as low as $89* each way. Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 p.m. ET… Read the full press release
Amadeus and IAG sign new long-term content agreement
New deal will ensure Amadeus travel agents continue to enjoy full access to a comprehensive range of fares, schedules and availability from British Airways, Iberia and Iberia Express Madrid, Spain, 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, has today signed a new long-term content agreement with International Airlines Group… Read the full press release
Expedia Adds Beautiful, Simple Itinerary with Live Data to Award-Winning Booking App
Expedia Shares New Download Numbers, Passes 11 Million Downloads Milestone on Eve of Mobile Itineraries Launch BELLEVUE, Wash., 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia.com®, the world’s leading online travel company, today announced the addition of a set of robust, visual mobile itineraries capabilities to its award-winning Expedia mobile app. Because the itinerary is connected to the traveler’s… Read the full press release
Aeroflot puts its third brand new Boeing 777-300ER into service
MOSCOW, 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aeroflot puts its third brand new Boeing 777-300ER into service in accordance with the delivery plan and without any delays. The aircraft is named in honor of Prince Mikhail B. Barclay de Tolly (1761-1818), Russian Field Marshal and Minister of War during the Patriotic War of 1812 against the Napoleonic forces. This Boeing 777-300ER is the third to join the Aeroflot fleet out… Read the full press release
Skytrax: ANA All Nippon Airways achieves 5-Star Airline rating
2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the latest Skytrax Airline Star Rating review, Japan’s largest airline, ANA All Nippon Airways has been elevated to the exclusive 5-Star Airline Rating, reflecting the high quality of Airport and Onboard product and service standards of ANA All Nippon Airways. The exclusive, top-tier 5-Star Rating is only awarded to airlines achieving the highest… Read the full press release
Brussels Airport Aviation Awards 2012
bmi regional, Aegean Airlines, Thai Airways International and Saudi Airlines Cargo best-performing airlines 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2007 Brussels Airport for the first time handed out the Brussels Airport Aviation Awards to airlines and partners that stand out in terms of punctuality and performance, environment and safety and network and route development. During the sixth… Read the full press release
JAL New jal.com Homepage for Overseas
TOKYO, 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) renewed its overseas homepage http://www.jal.com/ on March 28, 2013 to reflect customer needs to improve usability. In line with the homepage used in Japan http://www.jal.co.jp/, JAL’s overseas websites which is being served in 26 countries and regions, served in 11 different languages*1 have been reconstructed to provide customers with more information that is… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines launches nonstop flights between San Diego and Boston
$159* one-way fare available for purchase now through April 9, for travel April 30 through June 12, 2013 SEATTLE, 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines launches nonstop flights today between San Diego and Boston—the sixth new city the carrier has begun serving from San Diego in the past year. To kick off the new service, the… Read the full press release
airberlin: topbonus spring promotion to take place in April
2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout April, members of topbonus, the airberlin frequent flyer program, can collect five times as many miles with every purchase at a Heinemann Duty Free shop in Germany or Austria. For every euro spent, topbonus members receive five topbonus award miles. With topbonus, award miles can be redeemed for an award flight… Read the full press release
JetBlue and the Houston Airport System Announce New Flights from Hobby Airport to Boston
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — JetBlue Airways, Boston’s largest airline with more flights than any other carrier at Logan International Airport (BOS), today announced it will be adding two daily flights between Boston’s Logan International Airport and Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) starting July 25, 2013. To celebrate, customers can now book sale fares from $49… Read the full press release