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Thursday 19 November 2009
- London City's most punctual airport is CityJet CityJet has been revealed as the most punctual airline operating from London City Airport during the first six months of this year.
- Wizz Air to launch flights to Bologna Forli European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Bologna Forli from Budapest next spring.
- Jet Blue launches flights to San Francisco US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways has introduced flights to San Francisco from its focus city of Fort Lauderdale.
- BA names Cape Town as top 2010 destination Cape Town has been chosen by British Airways (BA) as its top destination for next year thanks to the city's hosting of the 2010 World Cup.
- Flights to Antigua to be launched by FlyMontserrat FlyMontserrat will launch daily flights to Antigua from December 1st following the route's approval by the island's government.
Wednesday 18 November 2009
- Learning a language can improve travels Brits flying abroad should learn a few words of the local language in order to maximise their travelling experience.
- Flights to Khartoum launched by flydubai Middle Eastern cheap flights carrier flydubai has launched flights to Khartoum, the Sudanese capital.
- BA and Iberia merger edges closer The proposed merger between British Airways (BA) and Iberia, Spain's flag carrier, would be welcome news for customers.
- Prague city breaks offer cheap Christmas shopping Brits embarking on city breaks to Prague are benefiting from a wide ranging shopping experience.
- The Netherlands is Europe's 'most welcoming' country People booking flights to The Netherlands are benefiting from the country's friendliness in addition to a wealth of culture and events.
Friday 13 November 2009
- Cheap flights carriers plan on introducing routes to Malta New flights to Malta planned for next summer will improve accessibility to the Mediterranean archipelago for British holidaymakers.
- Major accolade secured by Air Jamaica at World Travel Awards Air Jamaica has been named The Caribbean's Leading Airline at the World Travel Awards for the 12th year in succession.
- European airports experience passenger decline Airports in Europe are experiencing challenging trading conditions after it was revealed that 82 per cent have reported falls in traffic so far this year.
Thursday 12 November 2009
- Flights to Spain still popular despite non-eurozone travel trend Holidaymakers are still booking flights to Spain as the country's tourism market remains resilient compared to other eurozone countries.
- Flights to Frankfurt to be increased by Etihad Airways Etihad Airways will increase its number of flights to Frankfurt from Abu Dhabi from ten to 13 a week next month.
- Flights to Tokyo Haneda to be introduced by Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines will introduce twice-daily flights to Tokyo Haneda Airport next autumn, it has been confirmed.
- Passenger numbers begin to improve at Isle of Man Airport There is a steady improvement in the number of passengers booking flights to the Isle of Man, figures have suggested.
- Next generation check-in to be implemented by Qantas Qantas has announced plans to overhaul its domestic airport check-in, which looks set to halve check-in times for some of its customers.
- Flights to Dusseldorf welcomed by SFO director The director of San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has welcomed the planned launch of flights to Dusseldorf, which will be operated by Air Berlin from next summer.
Tuesday 10 November 2009
- Iqaluit to be added to Air Canada's route network Air Canada will launch new flights to Iqaluit in Nunavut territory from Ottawa next spring.
- Airport of the Year award secured by Manchester Manchester has been named UK Airport of the Year for the second year in succession at the British Travel Awards (BTA) ceremony.
- Growth recorded in number of people booking flights online More people are expected to book their flights using the internet this year as the online travel market continues to grow.
Monday 9 November 2009
- Summer schedule launched by Loganair Loganair has launched its 2010 summer schedule, which will see the introduction of flights to Cardiff from Aberdeen and Birmingham from Dundee.
- Increased flights to Moscow as part of Czech Airlines' winter schedule Czech Airlines has launched new flights to destinations in eastern Europe as part of its 2009-10 winter schedule.
- More skiers booking flights to Japan Increasing numbers of winter holidaymakers are booking flights to Japan to experience the country's ski resorts.
- Brussels Airlines to Carry World War II Enigma Machine Brussels Airlines will be carrying a very important passenger from Birmingham to Brussels – a World War II Enigma Machine.
Friday 6 November 2009
- 'Good value' to be found at top end of Indian travel market British holidaymakers booking flights to India are discovering good value at the top end of the market.
- Railway station check-in offered by Air Berlin Air Berlin will allow its Switzerland-based passengers the chance to check-in at one of the country's railway stations from next month.
- Flights to Basle welcomed by Dusseldorf International Airport Dusseldorf International has welcomed cheap flights carrier easyJet's decision to launch a number of new routes from the airport.
Thursday 5 November 2009
- High demand for Monarch's half-term flights to Fuerteventura The introduction of Monarch's flights to Fuerteventura resulted in a strong demand for the airline's scheduled routes during October.
- Winter season begins at Southampton International Airport The winter season has got underway at Southampton International Airport, with flights to 49 destinations available from the south coast to the UK, the Channel Islands and Europe.
- Self-service check-ins can improve airport's efficiency Increasing numbers of airports are planning to implement self-service check-ins to try and improve efficiency.
Wednesday 4 November 2009
- Business travellers expected to continue booking flights to Paris Increasing numbers of businesspeople will book flights to Paris and Berlin next year, travel management company Egencia has said.
- New flights to Hyderabad launched by Etihad Etihad Airways has launched new flights to Hyderabad from Abu Dhabi.
- Flights to Tunisia are launched by Palmair from Exeter Palmair has commenced flights to Tunisia from Exeter, marking the beginning of a series of new winter flights from the airport.
Tuesday 3 November 2009
- More Brits flying to Canadian ski resorts Increasing numbers of Brits are booking flights to Canada ahead of this winter's ski season, the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has said.
- Flights to San Francisco to be launched by Air Berlin Air Berlin will launch new flights to San Francisco from Dusseldorf as part of its 2010 summer schedule.
- Airbus 320s to be used by easyJet at Liverpool Cheap flights carrier easyJet's new flights to Fuerteventura and Lanzarote from Liverpool will be operated using a brand new Airbus 320 aircraft.
- BA implements successful move from Heathrow Terminal 4 British Airways (BA) saw its final flight depart from Heathrow's Terminal 4 on Wednesday (November 4th) after more than 23 years in the building.
- JetBlue launches new flights to Kingston US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways has launched new flights to Kingston, Jamaica from New York's John F Kennedy International Airport.
- More cheap flights on offer from Stansted More Brits are likely to jet off to warmer climes this winter after six airlines announced new routes from Stansted Airport.
Monday 2 November 2009
- Flights to Istanbul will be in demand ahead of Capital of Culture 2010 status More people are expected to book flights to Istanbul as the city prepares to accept its Capital of Culture title.
- Ryanair to launch cheap flights from Bordeaux Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch new flights to Brussels (Charleroi) and Bologna this winter from Bordeaux.
Thursday 29 October 2009
- Leisure passengers booking indirect flights to their destination More holidaymakers have been encouraged to book indirect flights abroad because of price incentives.
- More Brits book flights to long-haul destinations this half term There has been a "surge in demand" for overseas currencies as more people book long-haul flights this half term.
Wednesday 28 October 2009
- JetBlue launches new flights to St Lucia from New York US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways is launching new flights to St Lucia from New York today (October 28th).
- Skiers booking flights to Bulgaria experience better value Skiers who book flights to Bulgaria will find more value for money than if they head to the French Alps.
- New flights to Goa launched by Qatar Airways Qatar Airways has launched new non-stop flights to Goa from Doha ahead of this year's winter holiday season.
- Flights to Istanbul launched by Finnair Finnair has launched up to four weekly flights to Istanbul as part of its winter schedule.
- Winter snow and sun on offer at Pyrenees ski resorts Skiers booking flights to the Pyrenees this winter can benefit from both snow and sun, Toulouse-Blagnac Airport has said.
Monday 26 October 2009
- Egypt becomes more popular with families this half term More families could book flights to Egypt because the country offers a variety of activities aimed at both children and adults.
- Flights to Morocco and Canary Islands to be introduced by easyJet Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch new flights to Morocco, the Canary Islands and Israel this winter.
- BA to introduce new flights to the Caribbean British Airways will launch new flights to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic and Montego Bay in Jamaica this winter.
Friday 23 October 2009
- Baboo to launch flights to Geneva from London City Swiss airline Baboo will introduce twice daily flights to Geneva from London City Airport on Sunday (October 25th).
- World's favourite airport is Singapore Changi Singapore Changi has emerged as the world's favourite airport, while Hong Kong is not far behind.
- Reasons for cautious optimism ahead of ski season Ski operators are "cautious but confident" ahead of this year's ski season, the Ski Club of Great Britain has said.
- Travellers willing to sacrifice holiday duration for more luxurious trip More people are embarking on aspirational holidays for shorter periods rather than going on less expensive trips, it has been suggested.
- More passengers flying from Dubai Dubai International Airport has recorded a 19.5 percent increase in passengers in September compared to the same month last year.
- AirTran Airways to introduce flights to Florida from Lexington US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando from Lexington in Kentucky in the early part of next year.
Wednesday 21 October 2009
- Gappers encouraged by struggling economy One in three Brits embarking on a gap year have done so because of the downturn in the economy.
- New Zealand named most popular long-haul destination Holidaymakers booking flights to New Zealand have voted the country their favourite long-haul destination in the annual Readers' Travel Awards.
- Wizz Air reschedules Bucharest flights after airport curfew Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has rescheduled some of its flights from Bucharest after a night curfew was introduced at Baneasa Airport.
Tuesday 20 October 2009
- Flights to Nepal prove popular for older volunteers Older travellers are booking flights to Nepal, South Africa and St Lucia to embark on volunteering breaks.
- Flights to Toronto to be reintroduced from Exeter Canadian Affair will reintroduce weekly flights to Toronto from Exeter Airport next summer.
- Monarch launches new flights to Canary Islands Cheap flights carrier Monarch has launched new flights to Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria from a number of UK airports.
Monday 19 October 2009
- Extra flights to Jeddah d Medina for Haj pilgrims Air India will introduce a number of additional flights to Jeddah and Medina from tomorrow (October 20th) to accommodate Haj pilgrims.
- Flights to Colombo to be reintroduced by Etihad Airways Etihad Airways will reintroduce flights to Colombo from Abu Dhabi in the new year.
- Demand for flights to South Africa increases Large numbers of football fans are booking flights to South Africa ahead of the country's hosting of the World Cup next summer.
Friday 16 October 2009
- New national airline for Scotland? Nimbus Airlines hope to secure funding A new airline with aspirations of becoming the national carrier of Scotland is hoping to secure investment following a pitch at The Get Funded Show next month.
- Norwegian to introduce flights to Malta Cheap flights carrier Norwegian will launch new flights to Malta from Oslo and Copenhagen as part of its 2010 summer schedule.
- Fewer Brits booked flights overseas this summer The decline in the number of Brits booking flights abroad continued between June and August, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed.
Thursday 15 October 2009
- Flights to Belfast City from London to be introduced by easyJet Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch twice-daily flights to Belfast City Airport from London Luton in the new year.
- Airlines switch focus to customer experience A number of airlines have committed to improving passengers' experiences on flights during a new survey by Sabre Airline Solutions.
Wednesday 14 October 2009
- Flights to Mexico expected to be in demand from Britain More people could book flights to Mexico after the country's coastal resorts were recommended by the International Currency Exchange (ICE).
- More UK holidaymakers booking flights to Greek islands Increasing numbers of Brits are booking flights to Corfu and Crete, the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) has said.
Tuesday 13 October 2009
- New flights to Amritsar launched by Qatar Airways Qatar Airways has launched new flights to Amritsar from Doha ahead of this year's Diwali celebrations.
- Strong euro could put people off Skiing holidays There are fears that fewer people will book flights to ski destinations this winter because of the strength of the euro.
- B777s to be introduced on Air India flights to Tokyo Passengers on Air India's flights to Tokyo will soon benefit from travelling on state-of-the-art Boeing B777 aircraft.
Monday 12 October 2009
- Fewer European visitors leads to 'more enjoyable' continental holidays People booking flights to Europe this year are having a more enjoyable time because of the fewer number of visitors.
- Flights to Paris from Muscat launched by Oman Air Oman Air has launched new non-stop flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle from Muscat.
- Decline in number of passengers flying in Europe The number of passengers flying from European airports declined by 4.5 per cent in August compared to the same month last year.
Friday 9 October 2009
- Flights to Durham from Southampton to be introduced by Eastern Airways Eastern Airways will launch new flights to Durham Tees Valley Airport from Southampton International Airport next month.
- Increased flights to Monastir from Robin Hood Airport Thomson and First Choice will increase its number of flights to Monastir in Tunisia from Robin Hood Airport next summer.
- Demand for flights to Brazil expected to increase in run-up to 2016 Olympics More people are expected to book flights to Brazil after the country won the 2016 Olympic bid.
- New flights to Hawaii launched by Continental Airlines Continental Airlines is launching new flights to Hawaii and increasing its number of flights on an existing Hawaiian route.
Wednesday 7 October 2009
- Wizz Air to introduce flights to Paris from Gdansk European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Paris Beauvais from Gdansk on December 18th.
- Increasing numbers of Irish students flying to Australia More Irish students are booking flights to Australia to do voluntary work on their gap year.
- Etihad Airways may launch further flights to the US The chief executive of Etihad Airways has suggested that the carrier is planning on launching new flights to the US.
Tuesday 6 October 2009
- Jet2.com to introduce flights to Dubrovnik from Manchester Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch new flights to Dubrovnik, Split, Reus and Prague from Manchester next summer.
- Mobile technology becomes more popular among over-50s Holidaymakers over the age of 50 are more likely to use their mobile phone to record their trip than using them to keep in touch with family and friends back home.
- AirTran Airways to increase Florida services US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will increase its number of flights to Florida this winter.
Monday 5 October 2009
- Additional flights to New York to be launched by China Airlines China Airlines will introduce additional flights to New York and Frankfurt as part of next year's summer schedule.
- New flights to Hong Kong introduced by Jet Airways Jet Airways has launched new flights to Hong Kong from Delhi using wide-body Airbus 330-200 aircraft.
- Unusual honeymoon destinations 'easier to access' Honeymooning couples have become more inclined to book flights to unusual destinations because they have become easier to access.
Friday 2 October 2009
- Australia becomes more accessible for Scots Emirates' new flights to Sydney from Dubai will make Australia more accessible for people living in Scotland.
- Flybe to launch number of new flights next summer Regional airline Flybe will launch a number of new flights to European destinations as part of its 2010 summer schedule.
- 'Green shoots' emerge in Dubai's tourism industry People booking flights to Dubai have handed a boost to the emirate's tourism sector.
- Wizz Air to open Wroclaw base in July European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will open its 12th base in Wroclaw next summer.
- Flights to Rome will be introduced by easyJet from Dusseldorf Cheap flights airline easyJet will launch new flights to Rome and London from Dusseldorf next February.
- 'Really expensive' to take skis on flights Skiers are finding it costly to take their equipment on flights within Europe, it has been suggested.
Wednesday 30 September 2009
- BA begins flights to New York from London City British Airways (BA) has launched its first flight to New York from London City Airport.
- Flights to Cyprus popular among medical tourists Increasing numbers of Brits are booking flights to Cyprus, Poland and Hungary in search of cheaper medical treatments.
Tuesday 29 September 2009
- AirTran Airways to introduce flights to Orlando US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Orlando from Branson Airport just before Christmas.
- Flights to north Africa to be introduced by Air Berlin Air Berlin will launch new flights to Morocco and Tunisia from Cologne/Bonn as part of its forthcoming winter schedule.
- Napa and Sonoma named best wine region People booking flights to California could be tempted by a visit to Napa and Sonoma after the region was voted the world's favourite wine region.
- London Oxford Airport carries potential for new flights More flights are expected to be offered at the newly rebranded London Oxford Airport thanks to Icejet's decision to expand its presence there.
Friday 25 September 2009
- Daily flights to Delhi launched by Finnair Finnair is launching daily flights to Delhi from Helsinki today (September 25th).
- Flybe to introduce extra flights to Avignon Regional airline Flybe will launch additional flights to Avignon from Southampton this winter.
Thursday 24 September 2009
- Jet2.com to launch flights to Dubrovnik from Edinburgh Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch flights to Dubrovnik and Faro from Edinburgh next summer.
- Travellers heading to Turkey and Egypt 'confused' by currencies British holidaymakers booking flights to Turkey and Egypt are getting confused by the nations' respective currencies.
Wednesday 23 September 2009
- Flights to Duluth to be introduced by United Airlines United Airlines will launch new flights to Duluth and Asheville from Chicago later this winter.
- Holidaymakers becoming 'more cautious' Travellers have become more cautious about the type of holiday they are going on because of the credit crunch.
Tuesday 22 September 2009
- Wizz Air to offer flights to Madrid from Sofia European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Madrid after basing an additional aircraft at Sofia.
- Winter flights to Switzerland a 'long standing tradition' Booking flights to Switzerland from Britain is viewed as a "long standing tradition" in terms of skiing and adventure holidays.
- Flights to Conakry to be launched by Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines will introduce new flights to Conakry in the Republic of Guinea on October 25th.
- Flights to Dusseldorf introduced by Sun D'Or Sun D'Or International Airlines has launched weekly flights to Dusseldorf from Tel Aviv.
Monday 21 September 2009
- Gappers who learn a foreign language can boost economy People embarking on a gap year and flying abroad should learn a foreign language because it is "economically beneficial".
- Record numbers fly from Humberside this summer The poor weather this summer has resulted in record numbers of passengers booking flights from Humberside International Airport.
- Ryanair introduces smokeless cigarettes on flights Cheap flights carrier Ryanair is launching a range of smokeless cigarettes, allowing passengers to 'smoke' while on a flight.
Friday 18 September 2009
- Travel sector 'cautiously optimistic' about next year The travel industry is cautiously optimistic about its prospects next year, ABTA - the Travel Association has said.
- New flights to Los Angeles to be launched by Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines will put the first of its two new A330 aircraft on its flights to Los Angeles from Honolulu next June.
Thursday 17 September 2009
- Flights to Paris could prove popular ahead of Salon du Chocolat Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has said that chocoholics should consider flights to Paris this October as the city hosts the Salon du Chocolat.
- Ryanair to establish Bari and Brindisi bases Cheap flights airline Ryanair will establish two new Italian bases at Bari and Brindisi in January, it has been confirmed.
- Manchester becomes first airport to take part in National Customer Service Awards Manchester Airport has demonstrated its commitment to passengers by becoming the first airport to be shortlisted for the National Customer Service Awards.
- Seven new routes announced by Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines will launch seven new routes to major European cities from Sabiha Gokcen Airport this winter.
- Experiential holidays becoming more popular British travellers have become more inclined to go on experiential holidays, it has been suggested.
Tuesday 15 September 2009
- Flights to Vilnius to be introduced by Aer Lingus at Gatwick Aer Lingus is launching new flights to Vilnius, this year's European Capital of Culture, from Gatwick later this autumn.
- European gappers becoming 'more cautious' People booking flights within Europe to embark on a gap year have become more cautious.
- AirTran Airways to introduce flights to Key West US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Key West from Orlando in the run-up to Christmas.
Monday 14 September 2009
- Bmibaby to launch new flights from East Midlands next year Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has announced a large-scale expansion plan from East Midlands Airport.
- Flights to Skiathos to be launched from Bristol Kiss Flights will launch weekly Friday flights to Skiathos from Bristol Airport next summer.
- England fans told to book flights to South Africa early Football fans wanting flights to South Africa for next summer's World Cup have been advised to book early by ABTA - The Travel Association.
Friday 11 September 2009
- Southwest Airlines to introduce flights to Boston from Denver US cheap flights carrier Southwest Airlines will launch new flights to Boston Logan, Spokane and Reno/Tahoe from Denver this winter.
- Cheap flights from Glasgow popular among English travellers Thousands of English holidaymakers have used Glasgow Airport to take advantage of the airport's cheap flights.
- Jet2.com to introduce flights to Madeira from Manchester Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch new flights to Madeira from Manchester next summer.
- Improvements to get underway at London City next year London City will improve passengers' experiences of the airport by providing additional space and comfort in its departure lounge.
Thursday 10 September 2009
- JetBlue Airways launches flights to Baltimore/Washington US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways has launched new flights to Baltimore/Washington from Boston's Logan International Airport.
- Decline in passengers booking flights from Europe The number of airline passengers booking flights in Europe in July fell by 2.3 percent compared to the same month last year.
- Flights to Munich popular ahead of Oktoberfest People of all ages are expected to book flights to Munich for this year's Oktoberfest, the Munich Tourist Office has said.
- Allegant Air to introduce flights to Orlando US cheap flights carrier Allegiant Air will launch new flights to Orlando from Northwest Arkansas this winter.
- Carbon offsetting scheme launched at Bournemouth Airport Bournemouth Airport has launched a carbon offsetting scheme thanks to a new link on its website.
Wednesday 9 September 2009
- Indian cheap flights airlines making headway Cheap flights carriers in India are gaining passengers at the expense of full-service carriers such as Air India.
- Twice daily flights to Valencia to be launched by TAP TAP will launch twice-daily flights to Valencia from Lisbon, becoming the eighth Spanish destination to be served by the airline.
- Brussels emerges as popular city break destination People in Britain are booking city breaks to Brussels in large numbers, ABTA - The Travel Association has said.
Tuesday 8 September 2009
- More holidaymakers booking late flights There has been a huge increase in the number of holidaymakers booking late summer breaks this year.
- Monarch experiences increased demand for mid-haul destinations Demand has increased on Monarch's flights to mid-haul destinations such as the Canary Islands and Cyprus.
Monday 7 September 2009
- Ryanair increases check-in allowance Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will allow passengers to check-in two bags instead of one from October 1st.
- Wizz Air launching flights to Venice Treviso from Kiev European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced its intention to launch new flights to Venice Treviso from Kiev this autumn.
- Gap year flights abroad continue despite swine flu School leavers are not letting the spread of swine flu affect their gap year plans.
- New flights to Monastir announced by Jet2.com Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch new flights to Monastir from Leeds Bradford, Manchester and Newcastle, it has been announced.
Thursday 3 September 2009
- Cheap flights to Lourdes launched by bmibaby Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has announced that it will launch new flights to Lourdes from Manchester Airport.
- Thailand's Suvarnabhumi Airport to become 'world-leading' hub Thai authorities intend to transform Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport into one of the world's top aviation transport hubs, it has been revealed.
Wednesday 2 September 2009
- Wizz Air to introduce extra flights from Prague European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch additional flights on some of its routes from Prague this autumn.
- First section of Helsink-Vantaa's terminal upgrade opens The initial section of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's new terminal complex has opened.
- Holidaymakers urged to be on best behaviour Travellers need to understand what kind of behaviour is acceptable in particular countries, Lonely Planet has said.
Tuesday 1 September 2009
- Additional flight to Zurich launched by Qatar Airways Qatar Airways will increase its number of flights to Zurich from October next month.
- Eastern Airways to launch flights to Bergen Regional airline Eastern Airways will launch new flights to Bergen from Aberdeen and Newcastle next month.
- Still busy at Manchester Airport over bank holiday despite effects of economic downturn Slightly fewer passengers flew from Manchester Airport over the August bank holiday than during the same weekend last year.
Friday 28 August 2009
- Mature travellers more likely to go on adventure holidays More people aged over 50 are embarking on adventure holidays abroad, Saga Holidays has said.
- JetBlue launches flights to Long Beach US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways will launch new flights to Long Beach and Boston from San Francisco International Airport.
- Hundreds of thousands to fly from British airports this weekend Approximately 420,000 people have booked flights from Heathrow Airport this weekend.
Thursday 27 August 2009
- High number of holidaymakers expected at Robin Hood Airport this weekend Large numbers of people have booked flights to Corfu, Malaga, Palma and Ibiza from Robin Hood Airport over the forthcoming bank holiday weekend.
- Most Brits behave well while overseas An overwhelming majority of British people who have booked flights abroad behave well on their holiday.
- JetBlue hopes to launch new flights to Montego Bay US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways will launch new flights to Montego Bay from Boston and Orlando this winter.
Tuesday 25 August 2009
- Flights to Milan will be introduced by Brussels Airlines Brussels Airlines will launch new flights to Milan's Linate Airport later this year.
- More Brits could book flights to Iceland last-minute Flights to Iceland, Jamaica and Hungary could prove more popular this bank holiday after it was revealed that the countries offer the best value for money for British travellers.
- A380 will allow Qantas to increase flights to London Qantas will increase its number of flights to Los Angeles and London from Sydney next month.
- New flights to Antalya to be launched by Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines will launch new flights to Antalya from Dusseldorf and increase its number of flights to Istanbul this autumn.
- Flights to Mediterranean countries still favoured by UK families Families are booking flights to Greece, Portugal and Cyprus in large numbers, a leading accommodation provider has said.
- Brits booking last-minute flights to foreign climes Nearly two million Brits have booked a last-minute holiday deal this summer, new figures have revealed.
- Ryanair offering more winter flights from Edinburgh Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch eight new flights from Edinburgh as part of its forthcoming winter schedule.
Thursday 20 August 2009
- Jet2.com to launch new summer flights from Manchester Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch new flights to Kos, Venice and Gran Canaria from Manchester next summer.
- Pacific Blue will launch new flights to Phuket Perth Airport is looking forward to welcoming the launch of Pacific Blue Airlines flights Phuket this winter.
- Changing currency rates confuse holidaying Brits Brits flying abroad are becoming increasingly confused by the ever-changing currency rates, it has been claimed.
Wednesday 19 August 2009
- Aberdeen Airport experiences passenger growth A high demand for flights from the UK in July has helped boost airline traffic this summer.
- Flights to Tashkent launched by Czech Airlines Czech Airlines will launch flights to Tashkent from Prague today (August 19th).
- Flights to Hawaii launched by Air Canada in December Air Canada will launch non-stop flights to Hawaii from Calgary this winter.
Tuesday 18 August 2009
- Ryanair to switch Manchester flights Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will switch nine of its Manchester routes to East Midlands, Leeds Bradford and Liverpool airports.
- Passenger decline slows at Isle of Man Airport Isle of Man Airport has said that there is reason for "cautious optimism" after the rate of passenger decline slowed.
- Spending time together is the attraction of family holidays Families booking flights abroad for this year's holiday have become increasingly keen to spend time together.
Monday 17 August 2009
- WizzAir steps in to help SkyEurope passengers European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will offer flights to passengers affected by the suspension of SkyEurope at Vienna Airport.
- Domestic flights still proving popular in the UK More people have booked domestic flights within Britain this year despite increasingly cheaper foreign holiday deals.
- New flights to Dubai launched by Jet Airways Jet Airways has launched new flights to Dubai from the south Indian city of Hyderabad.
Friday 14 August 2009
- Ryanair to launch five new flights from Liverpool this winter Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch new flights to Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Faro from Liverpool as part of its winter programme.
- Flights to Edinburgh prove popular ahead of festival More people are expected to book flights to Edinburgh this month as travellers head to the city's famous Fringe festival.
- New viewing area opens at Bournemouth Airport Bournemouth Airport has opened its new official viewing area after responding to requests from airport visitors.
Thursday 13 August 2009
- AirTran to launch flights to Indianapolis from New York US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will introduce new flights to Indianapolis from New York's LaGuardia Airport this winter.
- Booking last minute 'just as good' as advance planning More than half of families booking flights abroad for their summer holiday have found that last-minute booking is just as good as booking in advance.
- Spanish destinations the most popular from Luton this summer More than 135,000 people flew from Luton during the busy end of July period, the airport has revealed.
Wednesday 12 August 2009
- Increase in flights makes Egypt and Turkey more accessible More Brits are booking flights to Egypt and Turkey after realising that destinations in the countries are less than five hours away.
- New flights to Fort Lauderdale to be launched by JetBlue US cheap flights carrier JetBlue will launch new flights to Fort Lauderdale from San Francisco this winter.
- Increase in flights makes Egypt and Turkey more accessible More Brits are booking flights to Egypt and Turkey after realising that destinations in the countries are less than five hours away.
Tuesday 11 August 2009
- New flights to India offered by Jet Airways Jet Airways has announced that it will provide flights to Gaya and Varanasi from Bangkok, which could appeal to travellers following the Buddhist circuit.
- Passengers flock to Heathrow for long-haul flights Demand for flights to long-haul destinations helped Heathrow to record its strongest July in terms of passenger numbers since 2006.
- Flights to Ibiza, Nantes and Pisa on offer by Ryanair Cheap flights airline Ryanair has revealed that it will launch 14 new routes from Leeds Bradford Airport, where it has announced plans to open its 34th base next spring.
- Plans unveiled for new T2 building at Heathrow Airport Plans for the £1 billion renovation of Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 (T2) have been unveiled to the public.
Monday 10 August 2009
- easyJet launches cheap flights to Tel Aviv Cheap flights provider easyJet has confirmed that daily flights to Tel Aviv from London Luton Airport are to commence later this year.
- Flights to Fiji offered by Continental Airlines Twice-weekly flights to Fiji from Honolulu and Guam have been launched by Continental Airlines and will commence in time for the Christmas holidays.
- Destination is the 'top consideration' for travellers Destination is still more important than price when it comes to booking flights to international locations
Thursday 6 August 2009
- Holidaymakers looking for 'peace and quiet' UK-based holidaymakers are turning away from action-orientated getaways in favour of breaks that offer peace and quite, it has been claimed.
- Cheap flights to Basel on offer from easyJet Cheap flights carrier easyJet will begin providing connecting flights to Basel from Dusseldorf on November 2nd.
- New flights to Hyderabad launched by Etihad Airways Etihad Airways will increase the number of flights to India it offers with the addition of a new service to Hyderabad beginning later this year.
- Check-in offered to Finnar passengers at Stockholm Central station Finnair passengers flying from Stockholm are now able to check-in to their flight at the city's Central railway station.
Wednesday 5 August 2009
- New flights to Sharm el Sheikh will be launched by Jet2.com next summer Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch new flights to Bergerac, Sharm el Sheikh and Corfu as part of its summer 2010 schedule.
- Ryanair flights to Canary Islands from Prestwick expected to be a hit A Glasgow Prestwick representative has said that he expects Ryanair's five flights to the Canary Islands to be among the airport's most popular this winter.
- 'Staycationers' don't think travel insurance is needed The overwhelming majority of holidaymakers who have booked domestic flights within the UK have not considered travel insurance.
- New flights to Seattle launched by Icelandair Icelandair has launched flights to Seattle from Reykjavik, with the service operating four times a week.
Tuesday 4 August 2009
- El Prat's new Terminal 1 ready to welcome airlines Airlines belonging to the oneworld network serving Barcelona's El Prat Airport will move to the new Terminal 1 building on September 9th.
- Ryanair to launch flights to Canary Islands from Shannon Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch new flights to Gran Canaria and Lanzarote from Shannon this autumn.
- Wet summer causes increase in demand for Monarch flights to Europe More people booked flights to sunshine destinations in July than they did during the same month last year, Monarch has revealed.
- Air Southwest flights to London City proving a success Increasing numbers of business passengers are using Air Southwest's route to London City Airport from Newquay and Plymouth.
Monday 3 August 2009
- Czech Airlines' flights to New York to be taken over by Delta Delta Air Lines will begin operating Czech Airlines' flights to New York from Prague during the 2009-10 winter schedule.
- Wizz Air will introduce flights to Bergen this winter Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Bergen from Gdansk in the run-up to Christmas.
- Recession gives rise to 'grown-up gappers' Increasing numbers of redundancies are causing more people to book flights abroad in order to embark on a 'grown-up' gap year.
- Small businesses still travelling despite recession More small businesses are booking flights within Europe despite the ongoing economic downturn.
Friday 31 July 2009
- Flights to Malaga among the most popular from Leeds Bradford this summer Thousands of holidaymakers will embark on flights to Malaga and Alicante from Leeds Bradford International Airport during the first week of August.
- Sunshine holidays remain a priority for resilient Brits British holidaymakers are refusing to give up their holiday in...
- Long-haul destinations more affordable for British holidaymakers Holidaymakers are snapping up flights to mid and long-haul destinations because they offer a better cost of living than the UK, Kuoni Travel has said.
- Southampton in the running for Airport of the Year accolade Southampton Airport has been shortlisted for the Airport of the Year Award in the TTG Travel Awards due to be held later this year.
Thursday 30 July 2009
- Ryanair to launch five new flights from Liverpool in October Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch five new routes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport this autumn.
Wednesday 29 July 2009
- New flights to Kosovo will be launched by Air Berlin in November Air Berlin will launch new flights to Pristina from Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and Munich this winter.
- Additional flights to Beirut will be launched by Emirates Emirates will increase its number of flights to Beirut from Dubai after experiencing increased demand from thousands of Middle Eastern expatriates.
Tuesday 28 July 2009
- Blackpool to host flights to Bourgas from August 2010 Flights to Bourgas will resume from Blackpool International Airport next summer, Balkan Holidays has confirmed.
Monday 27 July 2009
- Airlines happy to help disabled passengers Disabled travellers booking flights abroad who require assistance have been encouraged to "not be shy" when asking for help.
- AirTran to introduce new flights to Fort Lauderdale from Pennsylvania US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from Harrisburg later this year.
Friday 24 July 2009
- LBIA terminal building set for expansion Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBIA) has been given the green light to begin a £28 million redevelopment of its passenger terminal.
- Wizz Air to launch flights to Catania and Bologna from Romanian capital European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Catania and Bologna (Forli) from Bucharest in the autumn.
Thursday 23 July 2009
- Swine flu does not affect Brits' travel arrangements British holidaymakers who have booked flights to Europe this summer are refusing to let the swine flu outbreak affect their plans, a survey by HolidayExtras.com has revealed.
Wednesday 22 July 2009
- Exeter to host flights to Dalaman next summer New flights to Dalaman will be launched from Exeter International Airport in May next year, it has been confirmed.
- Poll reveals the four categories of flight passengers Those booking flights abroad fall into four categories corresponding to their different personalities, a new survey has suggested.
- AirAsia launches inaugural flight to Perth from Bali Cheap flights carrier AirAsia has launched new flights to the Australian city of Perth from Bali.
Monday 20 July 2009
- New flights to Jakarta to be launched by Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines will launch new flights to Jakarta via Singapore later this summer, it has been confirmed.
- Wizz Air to launch new flights to Memmingen and Venice Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Memmingen Munich West and Venice Treviso from Katowice.
- Millions of Brits flying on holiday this weekend Approximately 1.8 million people will be heading overseas this weekend as most schools in England break up today (July 17th).
Thursday 16 July 2009
- Wizz Air launches flights to Prague from Liverpool Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has launched three-times-weekly flights to Prague from Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
- Support service benefits reduced mobility passengers at Bristol Airport Tens of thousands of flight passengers with reduced mobility have benefited from a support service at Bristol International Airport, it has been revealed.
- Exchange rate becomes key consideration for UK travellers British holidaymakers booking flights abroad have become more likely to consider the exchange rate before choosing their destination.
Wednesday 15 July 2009
- Flights to Sion from London to be introduced by Snowjet Snowjet will launch flights to Sion Airport from London Stansted during the forthcoming winter ski season.
- New executive lounge is opened at Newquay Cornwall Airport Newquay Cornwall Airport has officially opened its new executive lounge, which will cater for all passengers with business tickets.
- Forty-somethings revisit their youth while on overseas holidays Travellers in their 40s are enjoying the same experiences from their overseas holiday as they did in their youth, new research has revealed.
Tuesday 14 July 2009
- Wizz Air to introduce flights to Dusseldorf this autumn Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Dusseldorf (Weeze) from Budapest on September 21st.
- Recession impacts on prospective holidaymakers People thinking of booking flights abroad for their holiday are being affected by the impact of the recession, Which? Holiday has said.
- Bmibaby is Britain's most punctual cheap flights carrier Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has been named the UK's most punctual low-cost airline by performance analysis website flightonline.info.
Monday 13 July 2009
- Cyprus increasingly popular among UAE holidaymakers More people appear to be booking flights to Cyprus after Etihad Airways named the Mediterranean island as one of its leading holiday destinations.
- Holidaying Brits more likely to sunbathe than visit cultural attractions Brits who have booked flights abroad spend more time sunbathing and drinking in bars than holidaymakers from other European countries.
- AirTran Airways to introduce flights to Fort Lauderdale US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Fort Lauderdale from Flint's Bishop International Airport this winter.
- Millions of Brits planning to embark on solo travel As many as five million Brits are planning to travel by themselves this year, new research has suggested.
- Spirit to introduce flights to Armenia in Colombia from US US cheap flights carrier Spirit Airlines will launch new flights to Armenia in Colombia from Fort Lauderdale on November 13th.
- EasyJet to introduce 15 new European flights this winter Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch 15 new flights to European destinations as part of its upcoming winter schedule.
- Scots are most likely to have large holiday budgets, survey reveals Scottish people booking flights abroad are more likely to have bigger holiday budgets, the results of a new survey have revealed.
Friday 10 July 2009
- Wizz Air to introduce flights to Milan and Eindhoven from Gdansk Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Milan Bergamo and Eindhoven after expanding its Gdansk base.
Wednesday 8 July 2009
- More Brits booking flights to Hungary and Israel Growing numbers of holidaymakers are booking flights to Hungary and Israel to escape the eurozone, new figures have revealed.
- Flybe becomes Cardiff Airport's busiest airline Regional carrier Flybe has emerged as the busiest airline operating from Cardiff Airport.
- Croatia and Turkey among most popular summer holiday destinations Holidaymakers on a budget are finding Croatia and Turkey to be this summer's value-for-money destinations, it has been revealed.
- Three new airlines in three months at London Luton London Luton has benefited from three airlines launching new flights from the airport in just three months.
- Ryanair launches new flights from Bristol Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has launched 11 new flights from Bristol International Airport.
- New flights to Martinique launched by Air Canada Air Canada has launched new non-stop flights to Fort-de-France in Martinique from Montreal.
Monday 6 July 2009
- New flights to Canary Islands to be launched by Monarch Monarch will launch year-round flights to Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura from a number of UK airports later this year.
- German holidaymakers to benefit from new flights to Inverness Lufthansa has launched new flights to Inverness from Dusseldorf, a route which will remain in operation until September 12th.
- Increasing numbers of couples are getting married in Austria More budget-conscious couples are booking flights to Austria to get married, it has been revealed.
Friday 3 July 2009
- Bmibaby will introduce new flights to Prague Cheap flights carrier bmibaby will launch new flights to Prague from East Midlands Airport as part of its winter schedule.
- New flights to Melbourne will be introduced by Qatar Airways this winter Qatar Airways will launch new flights to Melbourne in December in time for the busy holiday season.
- Canadians could be tempted to book flights to Northern Ireland More travellers could be booking flights to Northern Ireland from Canada after the province was described as a "must-see destination".
Thursday 2 July 2009
- London viewed by business tourists as a value-for-money city Europeans who have booked flights to London have found the British capital to be a value-for-money destination.
- Wizz Air to introduce flights to Slovakia Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Bratislava from Rome later this summer.
- Flights to Tel Aviv are launched by US Airways US Airways has launched new flights to Tel Aviv from its hub at Philadelphia International Airport.
Wednesday 1 July 2009
- EasyJet to launch flights to Copenhagen from Manchester Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch new flights to Copenhagen from Manchester this autumn.
- Wind Jet to commence flights to Forli from London Luton tomorrow London Luton has welcomed the arrival of Italian-based Wind Jet to the airport, which is offering new flights to Forli.
- Holidaymakers are becoming 'more discerning' Travellers are becoming increasingly discerning in terms of spending money on their holiday, it has been suggested.
Tuesday 30 June 2009
- Flybe introduces new flights to London Gatwick from Leeds Bradford Regional airline Flybe has launched new flights to London Gatwick from Leeds Bradford.
Monday 29 June 2009
- Flights to London and Los Angeles to be increased by Qantas Qantas will increase its number of A380 flights to London and Los Angeles from Sydney later this summer.
- UK holidaymakers still booking flights to Greece this summer Brits are still booking flights to Europe in high numbers despite the poor exchange rate, foreign exchange broker World First has said.
Friday 26 June 2009
- Nearly all of Korean Air's 2008 flights departed on time Almost 100 percent of Korean Air's flights departed on time during 2008, figures from Boeing and Airbus have revealed.
- Kerala emerges as India's most popular destination, survey suggests Travellers booking flights to India are most likely to travel to the southern state of Kerala, it has been suggested.
- Newcastle is UK's best performing airport, figures reveal Passengers flying from Newcastle have experienced the best levels of punctuality at any UK airport, figures released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have revealed.
Thursday 25 June 2009
- Extra flights to St Petersburg to be laid on by Aeroflot Aeroflot is planning to increase its number of flights to St Petersburg from Moscow from seven to nine a day.
- New flights to Prague will be launched by Wizz Air Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Venice/Treviso from Prague in September.
- Travellers flying abroad are most concerned about losing money Losing money and getting ill are the top concerns among holidaymakers who have booked flights abroad, a new survey has revealed.
Wednesday 24 June 2009
- BA to introduce flights to New York from London City British Airways (BA) will launch new flights to New York JFK from London City Airport in September, it has been confirmed.
- Holidaymakers book flights abroad to escape 'dirty' UK beaches More people could be booking flights abroad this summer after a new survey revealed the public's dissatisfaction with the UK's beaches.
- Passengers flying to Phuket on Finnair to benefit from new wide-bodied aircraft Finnair will introduce non-stop leisure flights to Phuket as part of this year's winter schedule using an Airbus A330 wide-bodied aircraft.
- New aircraft will allow Virgin Atlantic to launch flights to long-haul destinations Virgin Atlantic will be in a position to launch new flights to Beijing, Cancun and Vancouver from London after it ordered ten new Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
- Flights to Toronto to be launched by Turkish Airlines in July Turkish Airlines will launch new flights to Toronto, Canada's cultural capital, from Istanbul next month.
- BA says passengers should benefit from loyalty schemes Passengers who regularly travel on particular airlines should be rewarded through loyalty schemes, British Airways (BA) has said.
Monday 22 June 2009
- Belfast International Airport opens new passenger airbridge A new £500,000 passenger airbridge has been opened at Belfast International Airport to aid the boarding and disembarkation process for passengers.
- New flights to Warsaw from Lisbon launched by TAP Portugal TAP Portugal has revealed strong demand for its new Lisbon to Warsaw offering in the wake of the route's launch.
- Non-stop flights to Honolulu from Charlotte planned by US Airways US Airways has announced plans to launch new non-stop flights to Honolulu, Hawaii from Charlotte, North Carolina.
Thursday 18 June 2009
- Flights to Melbourne from Doha readied for December launch Qatar Airways has announced its intention to commence flights to Australia before the end of the year.
- Pound revival prompts demand for cheap flights to Florida An increasing number of Britons are booking cheap flights to Florida as the pound continues its comeback against the dollar, a new survey demonstrates.
- New flights to LAX offered by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways has added a 56th destination to its route network as part of an effort to improve its services to the Los Angeles basin.
- Extra flight to Manila from Singapore to be added by Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines is set to offer passengers a fourth daily flight to Manila from Singapore beginning on July 10th.
- Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme to improve carbon efficiency of airports The launch of Airport Carbon Accreditation at the 19th ACI Europe Annual Congress in Manchester yesterday (Tuesday, June 16th) marks a significant step towards European airport carbon neutrality, it has been claimed.
- New flights to Memmingen Munich West from Kiev scheduled by Wizz Air Wizz Air has unveiled plans to expand its Ukrainian operations by offering new flights to Memmingen Munich West from Kiev.
- New flights to Gothenburg to be introduced by Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines has announced plans to launch new flights to Gothenburg from the end of the month.
- Flights to Larnaca from Abu Dhabi now offered by Etihad Airways Etihad Airways has launched new direct flights to Larnaca, Cyprus from its base in Abu Dhabi.
- Further improvements made at Aberdeen Airport A new walkway officially opened at Aberdeen Airport is expected to improve passengers' travel experience.
Monday 15 June 2009
- Qantas to expand A380 aircraft services Qantas is to offer more flights to London and Los Angeles from later in the summer as it takes delivery of three new A380 aircraft.
- Flights in the UK show improved punctuality UK flights showed improved punctuality in the first quarter of the year when compared with levels seen in 2008, it has been revealed.
- Flights from Glasgow Airport could be cheaper for Cumbrians Glasgow Airport is following up its £31 million makeover by launching an advertising campaign which aims to encourage English holidaymakers to fly from the Scottish hub.
Friday 12 June 2009
- New flights from Dallas to Santa Fe launched by American Eagle Airlines A nonstop jet service from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) has been launched by American Eagle Airlines, the regional affiliate of American Airlines.
- Flights from Dusseldorf to Newquay scheduled for take-off Lufthansa flights from Dusseldorf to Newquay Airport are to be resumed by the airline later this month.
- Britons look for more unique holiday experiences The stereotypical British summer vacation of two weeks in the sun on the Costa del Sol is a thing of the past, it has been suggested, as the average holidaymaker is now looking for a more singular experience.
Thursday 11 June 2009
- 2010 flights offered for sale by bmibaby Holidaymakers can book flights they intend to take in 2010 as early as today (11th June 09) if they travel with bmibaby.
- Flights on US airlines punctual in April Flights on US airlines were more reliable and had an increased likelihood of arriving at the time they were scheduled during April 2009 when compared to a year or even a month previously.
- SmartWings offers weekly flights from Prague to Burgas SmartWings has opened a new route between Prague and Burgas, Bulgaria.
Wednesday 10 June 2009
- Cutlery targeted by airlines in cost reduction exercise Airlines are leaving no stone unturned as they attempt to save on fuel costs, the Telegraph reports.
- Launch of Jetstar domestic service promises cheap flights in New Zealand Travellers catching flights within New Zealand will now be able to take advantage of the launch of a new Jetstar domestic service, which takes over the routes of its parent company Qantas today (June 10th).
- New BA plane set to make flights more luxurious Passengers travelling on British Airways flights may soon find themselves on board the first completely new longhaul aircraft to take its place among the British Airways fleet in eight years.
- Incheon International named world's best airport Seoul Incheon International airport has replaced Hong Kong International as the world's best airport, the latest passenger satisfaction index produced by Skytrax shows.
- Etihad Airways passengers 'should book flights from UAE early' People hoping to travel on their holidays using Etihad Airways have been advised to book their flights early.
- More flights from Gatwick to be offered by Aer Lingus Aer Lingus has unveiled plans to increase the number of flights it offers to customers from its international base, with six new destinations set to be added to its routes later in the year.
- New flights to Newcastle will be launched by Eastern Airways Eastern Airways will launch early morning flights to Newcastle from Southampton International Airport on July 6th.
- Thailand remains favourite among Brits travelling to the far east Thailand is still the most popular destination in Asia for Brits travelling to the continent, the UK's tour operators have said.
- Blue Air to introduce new flights to Nice in July Romanian cheap flights carrier Blue Air will launch new flights to Nice from Bucharest next month.
- Ryanair experiences increased demand for flights in May The popularity of cheap flights has been emphasised after Ryanair revealed that it carried three times more passengers than British Airways in May.
Thursday 4 June 2009
- EasyJet introduces three new routes from Liverpool Cheap flights carrier easyJet has launched three new flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport this week as part of its expansion plans.
- Internet becomes increasingly popular cheap flights search tool More people are using the internet to research cheap flights to their holiday destination, new research has revealed.
- TAT launches new tour programme at Bangkok airport Transfer passengers flying into Bangkok will benefit from a new tour programme being launched by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Wednesday 3 June 2009
- Aeroflot to launch new flights to Dresden in July Russian airline Aeroflot will begin operating regular flights to Dresden from Moscow next month.
- Certificate allows Fly Montserrat to begin operations Fly Montserrat has secured its Air Operations Certificate, which will allow the airline to become fully operational.
- Increasing numbers of people could book flights to Cornwall this summer, findings suggest More Brits could be booking flights to Newquay, the Scilly Isles and Plymouth after Cornwall was unveiled as this summer's most popular holiday destination.
Tuesday 2 June 2009
- Flydubai to launch new flights to Damascus and Alexandria Cheap flights carrier flydubai will launch new flights to Damascus and Alexandria on June 8th and June 9th respectively.
- New flights to Geneva launched by Air Canada Air Canada launches year-round flights to Geneva from Montreal
- Travellers no longer view Iceland as expensive, ABTA says More travellers could be booking flights to Iceland because people...
Monday 1 June 2009
- New flights to Frankfurt launched by Air India Air India launches new daily flights to Frankfurt from Ahmedabad today (June 1st).
- Majority of people's luxury trip would be a round-the-world holiday Over half of people have said that their ideal luxury holiday would be a round-the-world trip, the results of a new survey have revealed.
- Emirates introduces new flights to Bangkok Emirates launched its first Airbus A380 flight to Bangkok today (June 1st), while a new route to Toronto was also introduced.
Friday 29 May 2009
- Multi-activity trips become more popular among adventure holiday trippers Adventurous holidaymakers have become increasingly likely to embark on multi-activity trips, World Expeditions has said.
- Emirates prepares to launch new flights to Indian destinations Emirates will launch 22 weekly flights to India to support the country's ambition of attracting 100 million travellers next year.
- Bmibaby to launch flights to Faro from Manchester next easter Cheap flights carrier bmibaby will introduce new flights to Faro from Manchester as part of its Easter 2010 schedule.
- Air Southwest introduces first stage of new development plan Regional airline Air Southwest is launching a new development plan as it continues to grow from its base at Plymouth City Airport.
- Jet2.com launches new flights to Newquay and Jersey Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com has launched new flights to Newquay and Jersey from Belfast International Airport.
- Tel Aviv route could encourage more Brits to book flights to Bangkok More Brits are expected to book flights to India, South Africa and the far east following the launch of El Al's new route to Tel Aviv from London Luton.
Thursday 28 May 2009
- New flights to Rio will be introduced by US Airways this winter US Airways will launch new daily flights to Rio de Janeiro from its hub at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on December 2nd.
- Le Meridien hotel opening could encourage people to book flights to Bangkok More people could be encouraged to book flights to Bangkok after Le Meridien opened its new hotel in the Thai capital.
- Carriers attempt to keep up with booking late trend Airlines will attempt to maintain their capacity over the course of this year in an attempt to keep up with the trend of booking late, an aviation data business has said.
- Most holidaying Brits intend to travel abroad this summer More than half of Brits are intending to take a holiday abroad this year despite the effects of the credit crunch, a new survey has revealed.
- Passengers to benefit from changes to Bahrain-Doha flight times Qatar Airways will allow passengers to benefit from improved onward connectivity by adjusting timings on flights to Doha from Bahrain.
- Air Berlin to launch new flights to Tel Aviv in July Air Berlin will be launching flights to Israel for the first time as part of its 2009 summer schedule.
Friday 22 May 2009
- Australians look to book cheap flights to Bangkok An increasing number of young people from Australia appear to be booking flights to Bangkok, figures from Contiki Holidays have revealed.
- Official inauguration for Adria Airways' Madrid to Ljubljana flights service Adria Airways has marked the official launch of its flights to Madrid from Ljubljana.
- Flight passengers urged to check out Amsterdam Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has provided people with a list of reasons why they should be looking to book a flight to Amsterdam this summer.
Thursday 21 May 2009
- LBIA hopes to launch new flights to European destinations Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBIA) has said it hopes to secure new flights to Germany, Switzerland and Scandinavia.
- Wizz Air due to establish its fifth European base Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will celebrate its fifth anniversary by establishing its 11th base in Prague next month.
- Flight destinations in Europe are still popular, it is suggested European destinations are still proving popular in spite of the negative press they are receiving, a leading holiday home rentals website has said.
Wednesday 20 May 2009
- Domestic flights are 'a cheaper option' More people will start using domestic airlines to get around Britain because it is considered a cheaper option, it has been predicted.
- Jet Airways Konnect launches new Indian domestic flights Indian cheap flights carrier Jet Airways Konnect introduces new flights to Bengaluru from Kolkata today (May 20th).
- Bmibaby to launch flights to Newquay this week Cheap flights carrier bmibaby will launch new seasonal flights to Newquay from Birmingham on Friday (May 22nd).
- More Brits expected to 'downgrade' this summer's holiday More families will be downgrading their holiday this year, which could spell good news for the UK's domestic flights market.
- Spanair 'pleased' to be moving to Barcelona's new Terminal 1 Spanair has begun preparations to move to Barcelona Airport's new Terminal 1, which is due to open on June 16th.
- SFO's International Terminal is 'best in US' San Francisco International Airport's (SFO) International Terminal is the top facility of its kind in the US, Dwell has said.
- Emirates to launch A380 flights to Bangkok on June 1st Emirates hopes that more holidaymakers will be booking flights to Bangkok from Dubai following the Thai government's decision to withdraw tourist visa application fees until June 4th.
- Air Canada begins flights to San Diego from Calgary Air Canada launched daily flights to San Diego from Calgary on Friday (May 15th).
Tuesday 19 May 2009
- Flights abroad still popular despite the recession, figures suggest Brits appear to be booking flights abroad despite the ongoing economic turmoil, it has been revealed.
- Eastern Airways to launch new flights to Liverpool from Southampton Regional carrier Eastern Airways will launch new flights to Liverpool John Lennon Airport from Southampton on July 6th.
- Virgin Blue to launch new flights to Hamilton Island from Sydney Australian cheap flights carrier Virgin Blue will launch new flights to Hamilton Island from Sydney on July 4th.
- Thailand holidaymakers not seeking health advice, survey suggests Too many UK holidaymakers booking flights to Thailand are not seeking travel health advice, the results of a new poll have suggested.
Thursday 14 May 2009
- US Airways operates first flight to Birmingham from Philadelphia Birmingham International Airport has welcomed the launch of US Airways flights to Philadelphia.
- Sri Lanka starts opening up to tourists with new branding strategy More people could be booking flights to Sri Lanka as the country begins to open up to tourism, the country's deputy minister for tourism has said.
- Air India to introduce flights to Frankfurt next month Air India will launch new daily flights to Frankfurt from Ahmedabad from June 1st.
Wednesday 13 May 2009
- Launch of new campaign hopes to tempt US holidaymakers to the UK More Americans look set to book flights to the UK after Virgin Atlantic airways and Visit Britain launched a new campaign.
- Ryanair moves to online check-in service Passengers who book flights with Ryanair from May 20th will have to check-in online as the airline phases out airport check-in desks.
- Two airlines confirm new flights from Copenhagen Cimber Sterling and Norwegian have announced new routes from Copenhagen Airport, with the flights due to be launched this winter.
Tuesday 12 May 2009
- Etihad launches flights to Astana from Abu Dhabi Etihad Airways has launched its first flight to Kazakhstani capital Astana from its base at Abu Dhabi.
- Demand for long-haul flights not affected by swine flu, it is claimed The outbreak of swine flu has not affected the demand for long-haul flights, TUI Travel has said.
- Thai Airways International to launch new Oslo flights in June Thai Airways International will launch new flights to Oslo from Bangkok on June 15th.
Monday 11 May 2009
- Croatia emerges as cheap flights destination Croatia has joined Turkey and Bulgaria as one of the cheapest flight destinations for Brits in search of bargain holidays, new figures have revealed.
- easyJet to introduce twice-daily flights to Zurich and Vienna this winter Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch twice-daily flights to Zurich and Vienna as part of its 2009/10 winter schedule.
- Frontier launches new flights to Anchorage from Denver Frontier Airlines has launched daily flights to Alaska from Denver International Airport.
Friday 8 May 2009
- Kiss Flights to launch two new holiday routes from Bristol Kiss Flights will launch its first cheap flights to Tenerife and Sharm el Sheikh from Bristol at the beginning of July.
- Virgin Atlantic to introduce new flights to Puerto Rico Virgin Atlantic will launch new flights to San Juan in Puerto Rico from London Gatwick on November 7th.
- New right will allow more passengers to fly through Thailand Airline passengers look set to keep flying through Thailand thanks to the granting of a 'fifth freedom' right from the country's department of civil aviation (DCA).
Thursday 7 May 2009
- Thailand is Brits' third most popular holiday destination Thailand has remained the third most popular holiday destination for Brits, research from the International Currency Exchange (ICE) has revealed.
- Demand for Turkey holidays prompts establishment of 'Holiday Turkish' course An increased demand for holidays to Turkey this summer has prompted the setting-up of the University of Exeter's foreign language centre's 'Holiday Turkish' course.
- Finnair ready to introduce flights to Tuscany Finnair will launch new flights to Pisa from Helsinki from May 8th 2009, it has been confirmed.
Wednesday 6 May 2009
- Thomas Cook Airlines to launch new flights to Sharm el Sheikh Egypt could become an increasingly popular winter holiday destination after Thomas Cook Airlines announced its intention to launch flights to Sharm el Sheikh from Belfast.
- Flights to Donegal to begin from East Midlands Airport in July Co-op Holidays and Real Ireland have teamed up to offer new flights to Donegal from East Midlands Airport from July 4th.
- Oman Air to deploy Airbus A330 on flights to Bangkok Oman Air will operate a wide-body A330 aircraft on its flights to Bangkok from May 17th having already launched the aircraft on its London Heathrow service.
Thursday 30 April 2009
- Air Berlin introduces new flights to Oslo from Berlin Air Berlin launched its first flight to Oslo from Berlin-Tegel last Friday (April 24th).
- May and June 'is the time' to book flights to Europe Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has said that May and June are among the best months to book flights to European destinations such as Alicante and the Algarve.
- United to launch new flights to Pittsburgh from west coast hubs United Airlines will launch new flights to Pittsburgh from San Francisco and Los Angeles on September 2nd.
Wednesday 29 April 2009
- Jetstar to launch new Auckland Airport services A new daily service between Auckland and Sydney courtesy of airliner Jetstar is due to be launched today (Thursday, April 29th).
- Two new flight routes set for Stansted Airport launch Stansted Airport is gearing up for the busy Bank holiday weekend with the launch of two new routes.
- Britons looking to book cheap flights to Turkey this summer Turkey's appeal as a potential holiday destination has increased thanks to an improvement in the quality of accommodation available in the country, it has been claimed.
Tuesday 28 April 2009
- Social networking sites encourage youngsters to 'exchange travel ideas' Online social networks are providing a forum for youngsters to discuss cheap flights, it has been revealed.
- Gatwich Airport bid not set to be announced for 'days, if not weeks' The winning bid for Gatwich Airport will not be revealed for some time, according to the airport's operator BAA.
- New Czech Airlines route opened to service Prague and Novosibirsk Czech Airlines' decision to open a new route will increase the number of cheap flights from Prague to Novosibirsk, it has been revealed.
- Cheap flights prioritised by people booking a holiday Holidaymakers are likely to book their cheap flights before their hotels, the Times' Ginny McGrath reports.
- Development board has 'no strategic objection' to East Midlands Airport runway extension Leicestershire County Council has given its backing to a proposed extension of East Midlands Airport's runway - but failure to address the issue of noise could change its stance.
Friday 24 April 2009
- More Brits expected to travel to Alsace this year Flights to Alsace could become more popular among British holidaymakers this year due to the number of events taking place in the French region.
- AirAsia to launch new flights to Taipei from Kuala Lumpur Cheap flights carrier AirAsia will launch new cheap flights to Taipei from Kuala Lumpur on July 1st.
- EasyJet to launch additional flights to summer destinations Cheap flights carrier easyJet will increase its number of flights to a number of destinations this summer from Gatwick Airport.
Thursday 23 April 2009
- Spain 'is tops' among British holidaymakers this spring Spain is proving to be the most popular destination for people booking flights to Europe this spring, Holiday Extras has said.
- People planning holidays 'should not worry' about more firms collapsing Holidaymakers thinking of booking flights abroad should not be concerned about further collapses in the holiday market, ABTA - The Travel Association has assured customers.
- Cebu Pacific to launch further flights to Roxas Domestic airline Cebu Pacific will operate additional flights to Roxas and Kaibo from Manila on May 9th.
- London new May Day holiday top spot, Skyscanner data shows London has become the most popular May Day holiday weekend flight destination for Brits this year.
Wednesday 22 April 2009
- Holidaymakers wait until 'the last minute' to book their trip abroad British holidaymakers are waiting until the last minute to book their flights abroad, according to Visa Europe.
- Ryanair launches in-flight mobile phone service on flights to Rome Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has launched Italy's first in-flight mobile phone service on five of its aircraft based at Rome (Ciampino).
- Daily flights to Kuala Lumpur from Stansted will begin on July 1st Cheap flights carrier AirAsia X will fly daily to Kuala Lumpur from Stansted from July 1st just six weeks after the route was launched.
Tuesday 21 April 2009
- Travellers to the US put off 'hassle' of visa process People thinking of booking flights to the US are being put off by a confusing visa process, the US Travel Association has warned.
- Cost of airport services should be met through airfares, AUC recommends Flight passengers should be charged for airport services through their airfare so that they do not feel ripped off, the Air Transport Users Council (AUC) has said.
- Establishment of Fly Montserrat moves a step closer The establishment of a Montserrat-based airline has moved a step closer after Montserrat Airways secured new funding.
- Air Southwest launches flights to Plymouth and Newquay from London City Regional airline Air Southwest has celebrated the launch of flights to Plymouth and Newquay from London City Airport.
- Flybe to introduce flights to Gatwick from Leeds Bradford Regional airline Flybe will launch new flights to London Gatwick from Leeds Bradford Airport.
- Most Brits seek warm weather this spring Nearly half of Brits have said that their choice for a spring holiday would be "anywhere with warm weather", the results of a new survey have revealed.
Friday 17 April 2009
- Freedom Direct ceases trading Freedom Direct Holidays has ceased trading after it failed to renew its Air travel Organisers Licence.
- Bmibaby recommends flights to Malaga and Alicante in May Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has said that the May bank holiday weekend is a good time fly to Malaga and Alicante because of Cruces de Mayo Fiesta, or the Festival of May Crosses.
- Increasing numbers of Brits book flights to Latvia More people are booking flights to Latvia after it was revealed that the number of Brits visiting the country had risen to more than ten times the amount recorded in 2003.
Thursday 16 April 2009
- British ex-pats in Egypt help to develop airline's route network British people living in Egypt are helping to develop new flight routes to the north African country, the Globespan Group has said.
- People flying to California offered sustainable travel alternatives Holidaymakers flying to California will be offered sustainable travel alternatives, the California Travel and Tourism Commission has said.
- AirTran Airways to launch new flights to Charleston from Orlando US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways will launch new flights to Yeager Airport in Charleston from Orlando International Airport on June 25th.
Wednesday 15 April 2009
- Southwest Airlines to launch new flights to Chicago US cheap flights carrier Southwest Airlines will launch new flights to Chicago and Baltimore/Washington from Boston Logan International Airport in August.
- Air New Zealand to double number of Pacific premium economy seats Long-haul passengers flying to New Zealand look set to benefit from Air New Zealand's decision to double the number of its Pacific premium economy seats.
- European all-inclusive holidays become 'incredibly popular' More Brits are choosing to take all-inclusive holidays to Europe in an attempt to keep costs down while travelling in the eurozone, according to ABTA - The Travel Association.
- Jet2.com launches winter flights schedule More people could be encouraged to book flights to ski destinations next winter following the launch of Jet2.com's 2009/10 ski schedule.
- Emirates to launch new flights to Angolan capital in August Emirates will launch new flights to Luanda from Dubai on August 2nd, the second new route to Africa announced by the airline this year.
- Wizz Air to launch flights to Varna from Luton Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch new flights to Varna from London Luton this summer.
Tuesday 14 April 2009
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Plane Passengers Want Cockpit Seats Says Skyscanner
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Thursday 9 April 2009
- Flybe hails 'huge success' of flights to Newquay from London Gatwick Regional airline Flybe has said that its new flights to Newquay from London Gatwick have been a "huge success".
- AQR rates AirTran Airways as top US cheap flights carrier US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways has been named the top low-cost carrier by Airline Quality Rating (AQR) for the second year in a row.
- More than a quarter of a million passengers will pass through Stansted this Easter Almost a quarter of a million people are expected to fly out of Stansted over the Easter weekend, BAA has said.
Wednesday 8 April 2009
- Ryanair to temporarily divert flights to/from Pau Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that its flights to Pau will temporarily transfer to Lourdes for two weeks this summer.
- Which? says UK airports should concentrate on improving existing amenities British airports should concentrate on improving their existing facilities in order to provide a better service to passengers, Which? Holiday magazine has said.
- Spanish destinations will become popular again in the long-term, AITO says Spain will only be viewed as an expensive holiday destination in the short-term, the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) has said.
- More Brits holiday in Thailand to make money go further Thailand is becoming an increasingly popular destination among Brits looking to make their money go further, trivago has said.
- Gatwick to become Flybe's 14th base Flybe has announced that London Gatwick will become its 14th base following the introduction of new flights to Dusseldorf.
- Jet2.com to launch new flights to Tenerife from Belfast Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com will launch direct flights to Tenerife from Belfast International Airport on October 30th.
Monday 6 April 2009
- Central and eastern Europe offer value overseas holidays People looking for cheap holidays abroad have been encouraged to consider booking flights to central and eastern Europe.
- Flybe launches 2009 summer schedule from Cardiff Regional airline Flybe has launched its 2009 summer schedule from Cardiff Airport, which includes 12 new routes.
- Skyscanner visitor patterns reflect national stereotypes Data from Skyscanner, shows that Britons’ favourite time to search for flights is during their lunch hour, whilst the preferred time to actually book flights is in the evening.
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Pot-bellied pigs might fly: PetAirways to launch all-pet airline
PetAirways plans to revolutionise the way cats, dogs other pets fly with the launch of its pet-only service.
Friday 3 April 2009
- Ryanair to launch Pescara base in July Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will open its 32nd base at Pescara in Italy from July.
- New PIA route launches at Stansted Airport Stansted Airport has announced that it is gearing up for a host of new route launches, with the first having been introduced on Wednesday (April 1st).
- Brits escape to warmer climates earlier, figures suggest More people appear to be escaping to warmer climates earlier this year, figures from cheap flights carrier Monarch have revealed.
Thursday 2 April 2009
- Generation Y predicted to travel more frequently Generation Y workers will book increasing numbers of flights as they travel more frequently over the next two years, American Express has suggested.
- EasyJet launches new flights to Vienna Cheap flights carrier easyJet is launching new flights to Vienna from London Gatwick today (April 2nd).
- Bmibaby announces 2009/10 winter schedule Cheap flights carrier bmibaby will introduce new flights to Grenoble as part of its 2009/10 winter schedule, it has been confirmed.
- Skyscanner reports flight search traffic up 54% in first quarter 2009 Skyscanner today announced a 54% year on year increase in site traffic for the first quarter of 2009.
Wednesday 1 April 2009
- More Brits plan to stay with friends and family during their overseas holiday Almost a third of Brits are intending to stay with friends and family during their holiday abroad, the results of a new survey have revealed.
- Blackpool Airport best for passenger experience, survey reveals Blackpool International Airport has come top of a survey of 30 UK airports analysing passengers' airport experience, it has been revealed.
- Bmibaby launches new flights to Amsterdam and Toulouse Bmibaby has launched its first flights to Amsterdam and Toulouse from Manchester Airport.
- Ryanair to launch new Plus and Irish Gold luxury class flight services Cheap flights carrier Ryanair is to launch two new high-class services that consolidate the airline’s shift in positioning from ‘no frills’ airline to ‘paid extras’.
Tuesday 31 March 2009
- Air Southwest unveiled as most punctual UK airline at Gatwick Air Southwest has been named Gatwick's most punctual UK airline after it was revealed that 86 percent of its flights ran to schedule from the airport last year.
- Ryanair launch three new Italian bases Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has launched three new bases in Italy at Alghero, Bologna and Caligiari.
Monday 30 March 2009
- Monarch launch first flight to Larnaca from Birmingham Monarch Airlines has launched a new twice-weekly flight to Larnaca from Birmingham.
- Airports should focus on interests of passengers, it is claimed American Express has encouraged airports to focus on passenger needs as people will continue to travel despite feeling the effects of the recession.
- New flights to Nantes to be launched from London City next month Air France will launch new flights to Nantes from London City Airport on April 27th.
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Books voted most essential travel item in Skyscanner Poll
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Thursday 26 March 2009
- Ryanair to launch new flights from East Midlands Airport this summer Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will introduce new flights to Barcelona (Reus) and Palma from East Midlands Airport in July.
- British Airways switches Toulouse and Atlanta flights to Heathrow British Airways will launch flights to Toulouse and Atlanta from Heathrow on Sunday (March 29th).
Wednesday 25 March 2009
- More people made redundant opt to go travelling Employees who are facing redundancy are viewing now as the ideal time to do the travelling they have always wanted to do, a leading travel organisation has said.
- UK airports increase number of on-time departures Heathrow Airport recorded a 13 percent increase in flight punctuality between October and December 2008, figures from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have revealed.
- Ryanair to launch new flights from Brussels (Charleroi) this summer Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch four new flights from Brussels (Charleroi) in June.
Monday 23 March 2009
- Euro exchange rate could encourage Brits to book flights further afield Holidaymakers will look further afield when booking flights abroad if the pound becomes weaker than the euro, Hoseasons has said.
- Extra weekly flight to Islamabad from Leeds Bradford to be introduced Pakistan International Airlines will increase its number of flights to Islamabad from Leeds Bradford International Airport from two to three times a week.
Friday 20 March 2009
- Finnair to launch extra flights to Tokyo this summer Finnair will introduce an additional three weekly flights to Tokyo from Helsinki in the peak holiday season between June and September.
- Emirates to launch Airbus A380 on its flights to Bangkok from Toronto Emirates Airlines will introduce the double-decker Airbus A380 aircraft on its flights to Bangkok and Toronto from June 1st.
- Increasing numbers of parents travel with their gap year son or daughter More parents are booking flights with their sons and daughters to embark on a gap year, Gap Year for Grown Ups has said.
- South African Express to launch flights to Port Elizabeth South African Express will launch a new twice-daily flight to Port Elizabeth from Johannesburg on March 30th.
- Ryanair to launch seven new flights to and from Memmingen Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch seven new flights to Memmingen next month.
- Flights to Britanny promote Rennes as a city break destination More Brits are finding it easier to travel to Brittany following the introduction of direct flights to Rennes, the Brittany Tourist Board has said.
Wednesday 18 March 2009
- Fewer passengers passing through European airports The number of passengers passing through European airports fell by more than ten percent in January 2009 compared with January 2008, figures from the Airports Council International (ACI) have revealed.
- Akal Air to launch new flight to Amritsar from Birmingham Akal Air will launch a twice-weekly flight to Amritsar from Birmingham on April 4th.
- Finnair to introduce three additional flights to New York this summer Finnair will introduce an additional three return flights to New York from Helsinki every week between the summer months of June and September.
- VLM to launch flights to Frankfurt from Antwerp VLM Airlines will launch three flights to Frankfurt per day, from Antwerp on May 4th as part of a code-share agreement with Air France.
- Over 90% of bmibaby flights depart on time in January Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has revealed that more than nine in ten (90.8 percent) of its flights departed within 15 minutes of schedule in January.
- Increasing numbers of Brits book flights to value-for-money sunshine destinations More Brits are booking flights to destinations that offer value-for-money as well as warmth, the latest currency trend from the International Currency Exchange (ICE) has revealed.
Monday 16 March 2009
- Hawaiian Airlines achieves top spot in US air travel report Hawaiian Airlines has been ranked number one in January's Air Travel Consumer Report by the US department of transportation.
- Travellers urged to book flights early ahead of Easter holiday season Holidaymakers have been advised to book flights early ahead of this year's trip abroad because of the large numbers of Brits expected to escape the UK's shores.
- Increasing numbers of Brits embark on socially responsible holidays More Brits who book flights abroad are getting involved in socially responsible holidays, travel experts i-to-i have said.
- Fewer passengers pass through Isle of Man Airport in February Isle of Man Airport has reported a sharp fall in passenger traffic during February, something that has been blamed on the ongoing effects of the recession.
- Wizz Air to launch two new flights to Liverpool and Oslo Hungarian cheap flights carrier Wizz Air will launch two new flights to Liverpool John Lennon and Oslo Torp from Prague in July.
Friday 13 March 2009
- New generation of holidaymakers are broadening their travel horizons Holidaymakers are considering booking flights to destinations they would not have thought of travelling to 20 years ago, lastminute.com has said.
Thursday 12 March 2009
- Qatar Airways announces expansion plans Qatar Airways has announced its intention to launch new flights to Australia and increase its flight network in India and Europe.
- Air Berlin to expand flights network this summer Air Berlin will introduce new flights to a number of destinations this summer including Jersey, Oslo and Venice.
- Ryanair to launch 100% online check-in service Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will introduce a 100 percent web check-in service from October 1st this year.
- New CAA duties will benefit airport passengers New measures aimed at improving the air passenger experience at UK airports will put the needs of passengers first, transport secretary Geoff Hoon has said.
Wednesday 11 March 2009
- Exeter to receive Austrian charter flights this summer A number of charter services will fly into Exeter this summer from Austria, the airport has confirmed.
- AirTran Airways launches new flight to Cancun US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways has launched a daily flight to Cancun International Airport from Baltimore.
- UNWTO predicts international tourism will stagnate or decline in 2009 International tourism will either stagnate or decline by between one and two percent over the course of 2009, the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has predicted.
- Air Southwest to launch new flight to Newquay from London City Air Southwest will introduce a new twice-daily flight to Plymouth and Newquay from London City Airport on April 20th.
Tuesday 10 March 2009
- Pegasus to launch new flights to Istanbul and Bodrum Turkish cheap flights carrier Pegasus Airlines will launch new flights to Istanbul and Bodrum from Stansted on April 1st and May 4th respectively.
- More people book flights to see overseas friends and relatives The number of people booking flights from UK airports to visit friends or relatives increased by more than three-quarters between 2000 and 2007, figures from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have revealed.
Monday 9 March 2009
- Bmibaby reports increased demand for flights to sunshine hotspots Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has reported a peak in bookings for European holiday destinations Malaga, Palma and Portugal.
- Czech Airlines enjoys modest passenger growth during 2008 The number of people booking flights on Czech Airlines increased by 2.4 percent last year to more than 5.6 million, the airline has revealed.
- ACI says passenger figures for January are 'universally bleak' The Middle East is the only world region that recorded total airline passenger growth at the start of this year, figures from the Airports Council International (ACI) have revealed.
- Over half of Brits would consider holidaying with their mum More than half of Brits would be happy to book flights and take their mother on holiday, new research has revealed.
Friday 6 March 2009
- Brits encouraged to check their holiday is 'safe and protected' Britons flying abroad this year must take greater care to ensure their holiday is "safe and protected" when they book, the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has said.
- Cardiff Airport development to begin in October Cardiff Airport has announced that terminal upgrade work will begin in October this year.
Thursday 5 March 2009
- Superbrand status awarded to London City Airport London City Airport has revealed that it has been named a Business Superbrand alongside the likes of Airbus and Google.
- Survey shows that more holidaymakers are booking trips online More holidaymakers are turning to the internet to find the best trip deals this year, the results of a new survey have revealed.
- Aeroflot enjoys increase in passenger numbers Russia's largest airline Aeroflot has revealed that it increased the number of passengers it carried in January compared to the same month in 2008.
Wednesday 4 March 2009
- European airlines may have to reduce passenger capacity further Passenger capacity on airlines in Europe may have to be reduced in order to save costs, the secretary general of the Association of European Airlines (AEA) has said.
- Aurigny to launch new flight to Jersey from Stansted Aurigny Air Services will launch a new flight to Jersey from Stansted on May 1st.
- Ryanair launches flights to Newquay from Stansted Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has reintroduced daily flights to Newquay Cornwall Airport from Stansted.
Monday 2 March 2009
- Air Arabia to launch new flight to Athens in April Cheap flights carrier Air Arabia will launch a new flight to Athens from its hub in Sharjah on April 21st.
- AirBaltic reports rise in passenger numbers The number of airBaltic passengers travelling on flights to Riga from Vilnius and Tallinn and on to final destinations in Europe and Asia has risen dramatically, the airline has revealed.
- Passenger demand for international flights continues to fall Demand for international flights fell by 5.6 percent in January compared to the same month last year, figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have revealed.
Friday 27 February 2009
- Cebu Pacific to launch new domestic and international flights Philippines-based cheap flights carrier Cebu Pacific will launch additional domestic and international flights to a number of destinations in preparation for a busy summer season.
- Brits book winter flights to Europe to escape winter gloom More Brits have booked flights abroad during the winter months, figures from cheap flights carrier easyJet have revealed.
- AirTran launches new flight to Cancun from Atlanta US cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways has launched new nonstop flights to Cancun from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Thursday 26 February 2009
- Flights to Southampton offer Yorkshire passengers alternative link to London Eastern Airways has said its flight to Southampton from Leeds Bradford should be considered as an alternative link to south-west London.
- Brits intend to spend the same amount on this year's holiday as in 2008 Most British holidaymakers are intending to spend the same amount on their holiday this year as they did in 2008, a new survey has revealed.
- More flights set to be introduced in Tunisia European, American and Arabic airlines will be allowed to operate freely within Tunisian airspace after the country entered into the Open Skies Agreement.
Wednesday 25 February 2009
- Qatar Airways increases frequency of flights on key routes Qatar Airways has increased the number of flights on its Doha to Jeddah and Riyadh to Dammam routes.
- American to launch second daily flight from Miami to San Salvador American Airlines will launch a second daily flight to San Salvador from from Miami International Airport, from June 11th to August 24th.
- Greater number of Brits book last minute holiday deals More people are booking their holidays at the last minute, figures from a leading travel insurance company have revealed.
- More people fly from Glasgow on ski holidays Record numbers of people are flying from Glasgow Airport to go on skiing holidays despite the economic downturn, new figures have shown.
- Wizz Air launches third Romanian base Hungarian cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has opened its tenth base in Timisoara and announced that it will deploy a second aircraft in Prague.
- Radar project at Inverness Airport completed The £3.6 million Inverness Airport radar project has been completed, the Highlands and Islands busiest airport has confirmed.
Monday 23 February 2009
- A third of travellers won't alter travel plans because of the struggling economy Over a third of holidaymakers are not planning to make any changes to their travel plans in the near future, the results of a new survey have revealed.
- Delta Air Lines announces new flights US airline Delta has announced that it will introduce eight new flights from its hub at Salt Lake City.
- Ryanair launches in-flight mobile phone service Cheap flights carrier Ryanair launched its first in-flight mobile phone service for passengers on Thursday (February 19th).
Friday 20 February 2009
- More than 300,000 people book flights between Doncaster Sheffield and Poland Over 300,000 passengers have taken advantage of flights to Poland from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, new figures have revealed.
- Number of flights handled by Nats decreases The number of flights handled by air traffic control organisation Nats was ten percent lower in January 2009 compared to January 2008.
- Czech Airlines increase flights from Prague to Toronto Czech Airlines will increase the number of flights to Toronto from Prague during the 2009 summer season.
- Holidaymakers more likely to take single break People are more likely to book flights for a single long holiday rather than have a few short breaks, an Opodo survey has shown.
- Slight increase in demand for flights during 2008 There was a 1.6 percent increase in the demand for flights from passengers over the course of 2008, figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have shown.
- Firefly launches new flight from Subang to Kerteh Malaysian cheap flights airline Firefly has launched a twice-daily flight from Subang to Kerteh.
- Oscar Nominee Film Locations Already Winners While actors, directors and producers bite their nails waiting for the results of Sunday’s 81st Oscar ceremony, it’s the film locations which are the real winners
Thursday 19 February 2009
- Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines begin partnership Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines have begun an agreement that allows both carriers' passengers to access their respective lounges from February 15th.
- Bmibaby to launch extra flights to the Mediterranean this summer Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has announced that it will increase its number of flights this summer from Birmingham International Airport to Murcia, Faro, Malaga and Alicante.
- Less people book flights with European airlines in 2008 Some 366 million people booked flights with airlines based in Europe during 2008, figures from the Association of European Airlines (AEA) have revealed.
Wednesday 18 February 2009
- Eastern Airways launch new Leeds-Southampton service Eastern Airways has launched a new service to Southampton from Leeds Bradford Airport.
- Air Berlin launches two new European routes German low-cost carrier Air Berlin is set to launch two new routes from German airports to other European destinations this summer.
- Brits hop on winter flights to Europe British tourists are fleeing the UK to remedy their winter blues with some holiday cheer, according to easyJet.
Tuesday 17 February 2009
- Skyscanner builds international visibility with new domain launches Leading flight search engine Skyscanner is continuing its international development with the launch of new local domain names in eight countries.
Monday 16 February 2009
- 1.5m flock to Benidorm each year One and a half million Brits make their way to Benidorm every year, new research has shown.
- Kent Airport operating extension approved Plans to increase the number of departure flights from Kent Airport have been approved by the local authorities.
- Qantas to launch new double-decker flights to UK Qantas is set to launch new A380 double-decker flights from Australia to the UK later this year.
Friday 13 February 2009
- Holidaying Brits urged to avoid Valentine's Day pain Britons are scrapping travel insurance during the downturn, according to American Express.
- Edinburgh Airport set for £40m expansion Edinburgh Airport is to receive a £40 million makeover that will make it one of the leading gateways to Europe.
- Airlines call for aviation emissions action A group of leading airlines has called for CO2 emissions from aviation to be included in the new global climate deal.
Thursday 12 February 2009
- 1 in 3 holidaygoers feel 'guilty' Nearly one third of British holidaygoers crave getting more involved in community activities, a new survey has revealed.
- Norwegian to expand flights from Gatwick Cheap flights carrier Norwegian is set to expand the number of routes operating between London Gatwick and Norway.
- Bmi launches new flights to Tel Aviv UK-based airline bmi will launch new flights to Tel Aviv from the UK beginning next month
- Skyscanner shortlisted in Media Guardian Innovation Awards Skyscanner is one of just three companies to have been shortlisted as finalists in the Digital Creative category of the 2009 MediaGuardian Innovation Awards (The Megas).
Wednesday 11 February 2009
- More businesses opt for cheap flights carriers Companies are increasingly turning to cheap flights carriers when making business travel plans, easyJet has said.
- Emirates introduces new flights to Brisbane and Melbourne Emirates Airlines has launched two new flights from Dubai to Brisbane and Melbourne with immediate effect.
- Hawaiian named most punctual airline in the US Hawaiian Airlines has become the most punctual airline in the US for the fifth year in a row, according to US department of transportation's Air Travel Consumer Report.
- New Australian carrier to launch Melbourne to Los Angeles flight V Australia will launch a new flight to Los Angeles from Melbourne on September 15th.
- London City voted Top UK Airport by Wanderlust magazine London City Airport has been voted the Top UK Airport by readers of Wanderlust magazine for the fourth year in a row.
- Montserrat prepares for St Patrick's Day celebrations More Brits could be travelling to the Caribbean island of Montserrat as it gears up for the unique St Patrick's Day Festival between March 14th and 21st.
- New York Voted Most Romantic City In Skyscanner Poll New York was the unexpected winner of a survey on which city is the top spot for a romantic break, beating Paris, Venice and Rome.
Monday 9 February 2009
- BA hands out Valentine's cards to passengers flying between London and New York Flight passengers travelling to London and New York will receive inspiration on where to go and what to see thanks to Valentine's Day cards being handed out by British Airways (BA).
- Ryanair to launch new flight from Liverpool to Ibiza Cheap flights carrier Ryanair will launch a new flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Ibiza in March.
- Thomson Airways named Britain's most punctual airline Thomson Airways operated the most on-time flights over the course of last summer, the 2008 UK Charter Airline Punctuality report has revealed.
Friday 6 February 2009
- Finnair to introduce flight to Bergen this summer Finnair will launch a new summer flight to the Norwegian city of Bergen on May 22nd.
- easyJet to launch 13 new European flights this summer Cheap flights carrier easyJet will launch 13 new flights across Europe as part of its 2009 summer schedule.
- Brits travel to less well known European cities this Valentine's Day More Brits are booking flights to less well known European destinations this Valentine's Day, the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has said.
Thursday 5 February 2009
- More UK holidaymakers book long-haul flights Brits are more likely to book holidays to longer-haul destinations because the cost of flights has come down, the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has said.
- Air Berlin to introduce new flights from Hanover and Stuttgart Air Berlin will be launching new flights from Hanover and Stuttgart when its summer timetable comes into effect on May 1st.
- Etihad to launch new flight from Abu Dhabi to Chicago Etihad Airways will launch a new flight to Chicago from Abu Dhabi on September 2nd.
Wednesday 4 February 2009
- Air Southwest launch new flight from Plymouth to Guernsey Cheap flights carrier Air Southwest has introduced a new flight from Plymouth to Guernsey.
- Holidaymakers still booking flights to eurozone destinations People are still booking flights to destinations within the eurozone despite the poor exchange rate, Monarch Airlines has stated.
- Brits more likely to plan ahead for their forthcoming holiday More Brits are planning their holidays in advance to find the best deals, a new survey has found.
- Flybe intends to increase capacity on flights between Cardiff and Glasgow Flybe has confirmed that it will "move quickly" to ensure that passengers are not inconvenienced by bmibaby's decision to stop its Cardiff to Glasgow flight.
- Passengers flying to Hawaii to benefit from e-ticketing agreement It is expected that more people will book flights to Hawaii after Hawaiian Airlines signed new e-ticketing agreements with Air France and Australia's Virgin Blue.
- Loganair expands flights network Loganair will be expanding its flight network with the launch of three new routes.
Tuesday 3 February 2009
- First phase of improvement work completed at Leeds Bradford Leeds Bradford Airport has announced the completion of the first phase of a £2 million improvement to its forecourt.
- JetBlue launches new flight between Florida and Bogota US cheap flights carrier JetBlue Airways has launched a new daily flight between Orlando and Colombian capital Bogota.
- Less people book flights in latter half of 2008 Fewer people appeared to book flights in the second half of 2008 because of the impact of the global financial crisis, new figures have revealed.
Friday 30 January 2009
- Adria Airways adds CRJ900 to its fleet Slovenian national carrier Adria Airways has announced that it has expanded its number of aircraft by adding a Canadair Regional Jet CRJ900 to its fleet.
- Most Brits view their foreign holiday as 'most important luxury' of 2009 Eight out of ten Brits think that their overseas holiday will be their most important luxury of 2009, according to the results of a new survey.
- Skyscanner short listed for Business of the Year & Innovative Business of the Year Award Skyscanner has been short listed as a finalist for the ‘Angel or VC-backed Business of the Year’ & ‘Innovative Business of the Year’ awards.
Thursday 29 January 2009
- bmibaby to launch new flight between Birmingham and Newquay Cheap flights carrier bmibaby will launch a new flight between Birmingham International Airport and Newquay on May 22nd.
- Demand for Turkey holidays results in introduction of new flights More Brits are booking flights to Turkey for their summer holiday this year, a leading holiday company has said.
- Weakling Pound Draws More Foreign Tourists to UK says Skyscanner The battering of the British Pound by the strong euro and US dollar is drawing more visitors to British shores, according to Skyscanner.
Wednesday 28 January 2009
- Wizz Air to switch operations from Bologna to Forli Airport Hungarian cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced that it will move its flights from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Forli Airport.
- More passengers travel on Manx2 flights between Blackpool and Isle of Man Cheap flights carrier Manx2 has enjoyed an increase in the number of passengers travelling on its route between Blackpool and the Isle of Man.
- Korea proves an increasingly popular destination for British travellers More Brits appear to be booking flights to Korea after new figures showed a five to eight percent increase in the number of people travelling to the far eastern destination.
- Brits travelling abroad 'more likely to mix with locals' Budget-conscious British travellers are more likely to mingle with locals during their summer holiday abroad this year by buying produce from local markets, Aldi Travel says.
- Ryanair announces expansion from three of its bases Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will expand the number of aircraft at its Alicante, Bristol and Edinburgh bases from March.
- Thomas Cook to introduce Tunisian flights from Leeds Bradford Airport Leeds Bradford Airport has announced that tour operator Thomas Cook will be introducing flights to Tunisia from the airport this summer.
Monday 26 January 2009
- Greater number of Brits book holidays online More Brits are choosing to book their forthcoming holidays online because it offers dynamic pricing, a leading travel insurance provider has said.
- Air Berlin to offer passengers long-haul services thanks to codeshare agreement Air Berlin has announced that it will be offering passengers long-haul flights to China thanks to its codeshare agreement with Hainan Airlines.
- Consultation begins on proposed Bristol Airport expansion Bristol Airport has announced that it will submit a formal planning application to North Somerset Council for major expansion work after the conclusion of a six-week consultation period.
Friday 23 January 2009
- Travelocity launches new eco-friendly travel directory A new eco-friendly travel directory has been published to help flight passengers book holidays to green destinations.
- Sun-Air launches new flight between London City and Billund Sun-Air of Scandinavia A/S, a franchise partner of British Airways, has announced the launch of a new flight between Billund and London City Airport.
- Ryanair to launch eight new flights across Europe Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it plans to launch eight new flights across Europe, including four from Reus (Barcelona).
Thursday 22 January 2009
- Nearly half of Brits plan to book a part of their next holiday independently Almost half of people will book at least one element of their next holiday independently, according to the results of a British Travel Awards 2008 survey.
- AirAsia launches maiden flight between Bangkok and Bali Cheap flights carrier AirAsia launched its first flight between Bangkok and Bali on Tuesday (January 20th).
- Brussels Airlines to launch new flight to Palermo Brussels Airlines has announced that it will be launching a new flight between the Belgian capital and Palermo on April 4th.
Wednesday 21 January 2009
- Website reveals top travel experiences for Brits in 2009 A new website has published what it believes to be the top travel experiences for people in the UK looking to book a holiday in 2009.
- Aeroflot launches new flight between Moscow and Eilat Aeroflot has announced the launch of a new flight to Moscow from Israel's southernmost city, Eilat.
- bmi to launch new flight between Heathrow and Kiev bmi has announced that it has won the right to launch a new flight between London Heathrow and Kiev.
- More people made redundant choose to go travelling A number of people who have been made redundant are choosing to book flights abroad in order to go travelling, the Daily Telegraph reports.
- Etihad Airways signs codeshare agreement with Aer Arann Etihad Airways has announced that it will offer its customers the opportunity to fly to more destinations in Ireland after it signed a codeshare agreement with Aer Arann.
- SAS introduces CRJ900 aircraft on Birmingham-Copenhagen flight SAS has started using fuel-efficient CRJ900 aircraft on its Birmingham to Copenhagen flight, Birmingham International Airport has announced.
Monday 19 January 2009
- Holistic and wellbeing holidays no longer a 'niche market' The rise of holistic and wellbeing holidays has been so marked that they no longer represent a "niche market".
- Jet2 to launch new flight between Manchester and Tel Aviv Cheap flights carrier Jet2 has announced the launch of the first low-cost flight between Manchester and Tel Aviv.
- Qantas launches inaugural A380 flight between Sydney and London Qantas has announced that it launched its maiden A380 flight between Sydney and London on Friday (January 16th).
Friday 16 January 2009
- Brazil experiences increased levels of 'residential tourism' More people could book flights to Brazil thanks to a government initiative to attract more tourists to the country, BuyAssociation.co.uk has said.
- Quarter of a million passengers use Aer Lingus' Belfast to Heathrow flight Cheap flights carrier Aer Lingus has announced that over a quarter of a million passengers used its Belfast to London Heathrow flight during 2008.
- Government issues backing to third runway at Heathrow Transport secretary Geoff Hoon has said that the government is fully supportive of a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
Wednesday 14 January 2009
- Spain will 'remain a popular holiday destination' despite poor exchange rate Brits will continue booking flights to Spanish cities and holiday resorts despite the unfavourable exchange rate, according to a leading travel expert.
- AirTran Airways to introduce new flights in March American cheap flights carrier AirTran Airways has announced plans to start flights between Columbus, Ohio and Fort Lauderdale from March 5th.
- bmi regional to launch new flight between Birmingham and Aberdeen bmi regional has announced that it will launch a new flight between Birmingham and Aberdeen on March 29th
- Monarch to launch new flights to Volos Leisure carrier Monarch has announced that it will be launching new flights between the UK and Greece's third city, Volos.
- Ryanair increases annual passenger numbers by 18% Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it carried almost 58 million passengers during 2008, an increase of 18 percent from 2007's figure.
- Most people have a 'huge emotional high" on their summer break Two thirds of people experience a "huge emotional high" during their summer holiday, according to a new survey from the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA).
Monday 12 January 2009
- Wizz Air to launch six new flights from Prague Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced that it will be launching six new flights from Prague International Airport starting from February 19th.
- Flying long-haul on 'everybody's wish list' Long-haul flights are now on "everybody's wish list", according to...
- Isle of Man Airport records small fall in passenger numbers Isle of Man Airport has announced that its passenger turnover during 2008 was just 0.16 percent lower than 2007 despite the collapse of EuroManx
- Online travel outlook more optimistic than feared, says Skyscanner Skyscanner has reported a rise of 32% in online flight search traffic over the last 12 months, going against last week’s Hitwise report of a 42% fall in internet searches for flights.
Friday 9 January 2009
- Larger aircraft to be operated on Austrian Airlines' Vienna to Dubai flight Austrian Airlines has announced that it will be using larger aircraft on its Vienna to Dubai flight from March 1st.
- Wizz Air launches new Lviv flight from London Luton Luton Airport has announced that cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has launched a new flight to Lviv in Ukraine.
- Macau emerges as increasingly popular overseas destination More Brits could book flights to Macau after it was described as a "prime location for UK holiday-goers" by a leading PR company.
- Orlando and Houston most popular onward transatlantic destinations from Bristol Orlando and Houston have emerged as the top onward destinations for transatlantic passengers flying from Bristol International Airport.
- BA customers must comply with ESTA scheme from next week British Airways (BA) has announced that customers flying to the US next week using the visa waiver scheme must ensure they are familiar with new customs regulations.
- Air Berlin reports an increase in passenger turnover Air Berlin has announced a one percent increase in its passenger turnover during 2008.
Wednesday 7 January 2009
- Finnair opens new express service point Finnair has announced that it has opened a new express service point for families travelling with children on the airline's international flights.
- Oman Air passengers offered new check-in options Passengers flying to the Middle East on Oman Air will soon be able to choose from new check-in options at Muscat and other major airports in the region.
- UAE flagship airline carries over six million passengers in 2008 Etihad Airways has announced that its passenger figures have topped six million during the course of 2008.
- Nearly one in five Brits book more holidays abroad during 2008 Almost one in five Brits took more holidays abroad in 2008, according to a new survey by Alamo Rent A Car.
- Skyscanner launches Affiliate Programme with unique industry-first creatives Skyscanner today launches its affiliate programme, allowing web publishers to add Skyscanner’s online flight finding tools to their websites and earn commission at the same time.
Monday 5 January 2009
- Dubai expects more flight passengers for 2009 Shopping Festival More people could book flights to Dubai during the emirate's 2009 Shopping Festival after the launch of a new campaign aimed at potential tourists.
- Air India to launch Spouse Plus scheme Air India has announced the launch of a new scheme that will allow flight passengers' spouses to travel on domestic services for free.
- Thomson won't stop flights from Robin Hood Airport Thomson Flights will not be stopping its flights from Robin Hood Airport, airport chiefs have told the Doncaster Free Press.
- Air Southwest launches ski flights from Plymouth and Newquay Cheap flights airline Air Southwest has announced the launch of its first ski flights from Plymouth and Newquay to Grenoble.
Friday 2 January 2009
- Continental to launch new seasonal flight between Cleveland and Heathrow Continental Airlines has announced that it will launch a new seasonal daily flight between Cleveland and London Heathrow from May 2nd.
- Adria Airways adds new aircraft to its fleet Slovenian national carrier Adria Airways has announced that it has added a third Canadair Regional Jet CRJ900 to its fleet of aircraft.
- Luton Airport number one for passenger growth Luton Airport has announced that it is Britain's number one airport for passenger growth for the period between January and September 2008.
- More Brits predicted to book flights to non-eurozone countries More British people will book flights to Turkey, Egypt and Mexico in 2009, according to a report by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA).
Monday 22 December 2008
- Monarch to increase number of flights to Spanish islands Monarch Airlines has announced that it is increasing the frequency of its flights to the Canary and Balearic Islands as part of its 2009 summer schedule. The decision has been taken after an early strong demand from customers who took advantage of the airline's early booking offers.
- Number of flight passengers falls during November The number of passengers who took flights in November has fallen by 4.7 percent compared to the same month last year, according to the Association of European Airlines (AEA). Such a fall in numbers has not been seen since the onset of the Iraq conflict in 2003 and has been described as "unprecedented" by the AEA because it relates to a period unaffected by conflict or external events.
- Russian national carrier begins joint operations with Czech Airlines Aeroflot and Czech Airlines have announced that they have started joint operations on flights between Prague and Zhilina and Prague and Skopie. Under the alliance, the Russian flagship carrier will see the Prague-Zhilina and Prague-Skopie routes become an addition to their flight network, with Czech Airlines already working alongside Aeroflot as a marketing partner on flights from Moscow to Irkutsk, Barnaul, Omsk and Kemerovo.
- Bristol Airport expected to see increase in flight passengers More passengers could be flying into Bristol after the city was named one of the world's top ten cities to visit by DK Eyewitness Travel. It is thought that the new Harvey Nichols store and Cinema de Lux will encourage more visitors to the south-west city, as will the new Cabot Circus development.
Friday 19 December 2008
- East Midlands Airport expects 160,000 passengers during festive season Nottingham East Midlands Airport has said it expects approximately 160,000 flight passengers to travel to and from the airport during the Christmas period.
- Latest construction phase at Birmingham Airport draws to a close The expansion of Birmingham Airport has taken an important step forward with the announcement that the last piece of steel framework has been installed at its International Pier Project.
- Czech Airlines to increase number of flights to certain destination over Christmas Czech Airlines has announced that it will increase the number of flights to its more popular destinations over the Christmas and New Year period.
- More than three million Brits book flights abroad during the festive season Over three million Brits will book flights abroad over the Christmas and New Year period, according to new figures from the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA).
- WestJet announces launch of four new flights Canadian cheap flights carrier WestJet has announced that it will be adding Yellowknife, Sydney, San Francisco and San Diego to its network of flight destinations.
- Flybe announces new flight between Humberside and Jersey Europe's largest regional airline flybe has announced that it will be introducing a new flight between Humberside and Jersey as part of its 2009 summer schedule.
- More UK travellers predicted to book flights to Fes More people in the UK are predicted to book flights to the Moroccan city of Fes, according to Orion Trek Voyages.
- CIM says flight passengers are becoming more 'discerning' Flight passengers are becoming more discerning when booking their holidays abroad, claims the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
Thursday 18 December 2008
- Azul Airlines launches maiden flight Brazilian cheap flights carrier Azul Airlines launched its maiden flight on Monday (December 15th) between Campinas and Salvador de Bahia.
- UK could experience a rise in domestic flight passengers More people could be booking cheap domestic flights within the UK instead of travelling abroad because of the economic downturn, according to VisitBritain.
- Newcastle earns top ratings for punctuality of scheduled and charter flights Newcastle International Airport has achieved top punctuality ratings for scheduled and charter flights according to new figures released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
- JetBlue announces intention to expand during 2009 American low fares airline JetBlue has announced its intention to increase the number of flights it operates from Logan International Airport during 2009.
Wednesday 17 December 2008
- More UK passengers could book flights to Croatia More passengers from the UK could book flights to Croatia after the country's government opened up its property market to foreign buyers.
- bmi offers passengers new in-flight communication services bmi has become the first British airline to offer passengers in-flight communication services, including SMS-enabled mobile phones and PDAs (personal digital assistants).
- New cheap flights carrier set to launch in South Africa A new cheap flights carrier will launch in South Africa in January, providing fresh competition to the country's domestic airline industry.
- WestJet launches new flight between Calgary and Kamloops Canadian cheap flights carrier WestJet yesterday (December 15th) launched a new non-stop flight to Kamloops in British Columbia.
Monday 15 December 2008
- BA says more Americans will book flights to the UK More people will book flights from the US to the UK as Americans look to take advantage of the favourable exchange rate, according to British Airways (BA).
- BAA pledges further investment at Glasgow Airport Airport operator BAA has pledged to upgrade facilities at Glasgow Airport as the city prepares to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
- easyJet announces four new flights from London Gatwick Cheap flights carrier easyJet has announced that it will be launching four new flights to Croatia, Cyprus, Italy and Greece from London Gatwick.
- Norwegian to launch new service between Copenhagen and Gatwick Cheap flights carrier Norwegian Air Shuttle will launch a new flight between Copenhagen and London Gatwick as part of its new summer programme, according to reports.
Friday 12 December 2008
- Flybe announces new flight between Gatwick and Newquay Europe's largest regional airline Flybe has announced the launch of a new flight between London Gatwick and Newquay as it looks to expand its summer season services.
- Southend Airport to operate passenger flights across the UK and Europe Southend Airport's new owners the Stobart Group have said the airport will soon start to operate passenger flights across the UK and Europe.
- AirTran to launch new flight between Atlanta and Branson Cheap flights carrier AirTran has announced plans to start a new flight between Atlanta and Branson, Missouri.
- Four out of five holidaymakers still plan to book summer flights Four out of five people still plan to book flights for their summer holiday despite the impending recession, according to a new poll.
Thursday 11 December 2008
- People 'certain' to book more flights to and from the UK More people will book flights to and from the UK because of the steep decline in the value of the pound, according to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO).
- Virgin Atlantic confirms bmi takeover talks Virgin Atlantic has confirmed that it is interested in taking over bmi after in entered into talks with the airline's majority owner, Lufthansa.
- Air Berlin to launch new flights between Dusseldorf and St Petersburg Air Berlin has announced that it will launch a new daily flight between Dusseldorf and St Petersburg as part of its 2009 summer schedule.
- JetBlue announces new flight between Orlando and San Jose American low-cost airline JetBlue has announced that it will launch a new flight between Orlando and San Jose in Costa Rica.
Wednesday 10 December 2008
- Kingfisher to launch new service between Mumbai and Heathrow Kingfisher Airlines has announced that it will launch a new daily service between Mumbai and London Heathrow on January 5th.
- WestJet announces new partnership with Mokulele Airlines Canadian cheap flights carrier WestJet has announced a new partnership with Mokulele Airlines, an inter-island carrier based in Hawaii.
- More Brits book flights abroad to escape economic 'doom and gloom' Holidaymakers in the UK are more likely to book flights abroad to escape the "doom and gloom" surrounding the economy, according to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO).
- Most Brits still plan to book summer holiday flights The majority of Brits still plan to book flights for their annual summer holiday, according to new research from Thomson and First Choice.
- Virgin America to launch new Boston services California-based Virgin America has announced that it will launch new services to Boston Logan International Airport from San Francisco and Los Angeles.
- easyJet launches 2009 summer schedule Cheap flights carrier easyJet has announced that it has launched its 2009 summer schedule from London Gatwick Airport.
Monday 8 December 2008
- Growth of online flight bookings outpaces growth of traditional methods The number of people choosing to book flights online continues to outpace the growth of traditional methods, new findings have revealed.
- Southampton launches first live travel information system in an airport Southampton Airport has launched the UK's first live travel information system in an airport, which provides passengers with live updates on bus, ferry, rail and road networks across the south of England.
- Monarch to launch new Ibiza services next summer Cheap flights carrier Monarch has announced that it will be launching new services to Ibiza as part of its 2009 summer schedule.
Friday 5 December 2008
- More passengers could book summer holiday flights through low-cost airlines More passengers could be booking their summer holiday flights through low-cost airlines after Ryanair warned that more charter flight operators and holiday companies could go bankrupt.
- Wizz Air to shift operations to Barcelona El Prat European cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced that it will begin operations to Barcelona El Prat Airport after shifting its Katowice and Sofia services from Barcelona Girona.
- Bmibaby to launch new summer service between East Midlands and Menorca Cheap flights carrier bmibaby has announced that it will launch a new summer service between East Midlands Airport and the Spanish island of Menorca.
Thursday 4 December 2008
- Flight passengers could soon be using mobile boarding passes More flight passengers could be boarding aircraft using their mobiles rather than traditional paper boarding passes after bmi said it was almost ready to introduce the system.
- BA explores potential merger with Qantas British Airways (BA) has confirmed in a statement that it is exploring a potential merger with Qantas following recent media speculation.
- Air Berlin scoops 'World's Leading Budget Airline' award Cheap flights carrier Air Berlin has been presented with the 'World's Leading Budget Airline' prize for the second year in succession at this year's World Travel Awards in Turks and Caicos.
Wednesday 3 December 2008
- Skyscanner Highly Commended in E-consultancy Innovation Awards 2008 Skyscanner has been awarded “highly commended” status in the ‘Innovation in User Experiences’ category of the E-consultancy Innovation Awards 2008.
- Half of SMEs plan to fly at the same frequency in 2009 Over half of small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) plan to book flights for their employees in 2009 at the same frequency as this year, according to the results of a new survey.
- JetBlue to launch two new Caribbean routes JetBlue Airways has announced that it will launch two new international routes from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport in south Florida.
- Flybe to launch new services to Jersey in 2009 summer schedule Europe's largest regional airline Flybe has announced its 2009 summer schedule, which sees the carrier introduce new services to Jersey as well as increase its frequency on a number of key routes.
Tuesday 2 December 2008
- Aer Lingus rejects second takeover bid from Ryanair Cheap flights carrier Ryanair yesterday (December 1st) launched a second bid for its smaller Irish rival Aer Lingus, according to reports.
- Downward trend in the number of international flight passengers eases The downward spiral of people choosing to book international flights eased over the course of October, new figures from the Airports Council International (ACI) have shown.
- Leeds Bradford Airport announces reduction in car parking charges Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBIA) has announced reductions of up to 20 percent on long-stay car parking when customers pre-book online.
Monday 1 December 2008
- People more likely to save for summer holiday than book city breaks UK flight passengers are more likely to set aside money for their summer holiday than book a European city break at another time of the year, new research has revealed.
- Half of flight passengers do not understand carbon offsetting Only one in ten flight passengers are willing to change the number of times they fly despite three-quarters accepting that flying contributes to climate change, according to new research.
- Jetstar to launch new service between Perth and Singapore Australian cheap flights carrier Jetstar has announced that it will launch a new daily service tomorrow (December 2nd) between Perth and Singapore.
- Mumbai terror and Thailand protests fail to deter travellers says Skyscanner The recent Mumbai terrorist attacks, which left at least 195 dead, and Thailand’s political protests which have led to a temporary state of emergency, have failed to deter travellers, says Skyscanner.
Friday 28 November 2008
- British Airways to resume services to Saudi Arabia British Airways (BA) has announced that it will resume flights between Heathrow and Saudi Arabia from March 29th next year.
- Fewer passengers took international flights in October Fewer people chose to book international flights in October according to new figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
- WestJet announces new routes to Mexico Canadian cheap flights carrier WestJet has announced that it will launch a new non-stop seasonal service from Winnipeg to the Mexican destinations of Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.
Thursday 27 November 2008
- Fewer people may choose to fly from regional airports Fewer people could choose to fly from regional airports in the UK after the government announced an increase in air passenger duty (APD), a leading cheap flights carrier has warned.
- Monarch wins 'Best Charter Airline' award Monarch Airlines has been crowned 'Best Charter Airline' for the second successive year at the Telegraph Travel Awards earlier this week.
- Ryanair announces launch of new Gatwick to Dusseldorf route Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced the launch of a new route between London Gatwick and Dusseldorf (Weeze).
Wednesday 26 November 2008
- Edinburgh set for major terminal expansion next month Edinburgh Airport is set for a major expansion next month with work to extend the terminal building's departure lounge.
- Half of single travellers wouldn't want to book flights abroad Half of single travellers would prefer to stay at home rather than book a flight abroad because the travel industry is failing to meet their individual needs, according to the results of a new survey.
- Wataniya announces first service will operate between Kuwait and Dubai Start-up airline Wataniya Airways has announced that its first service will operate between Kuwait and Dubai, with the route due to start in February next year.
- Aer Arann to launch service between Isle of Man and London City Irish cheap flights carrier Aer Arann has announced that it will fly to London City Airport once it commences services from the Isle of Man in January.
- Bahrain Air launches new service to Kuwait City Bahrain Air has announced that it has launched its first flight between Bahrain and Kuwait City as part of its expansion within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
- 'VFR' is fastest-growing element of international passenger traffic Air passengers visiting friends and relatives are the strongest growing element of international passenger traffic at UK airports, according to new research from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Tuesday 25 November 2008
- Skyscanner appoints Rob Innes as new VP Marketing Skyscanner has appointed one of the UK’s top marketing executives, Rob Innes, to the newly created position of VP Marketing.
Monday 24 November 2008
- Holidaymakers reveal pet hates Passengers taking too long to stow overhead baggage have been identified by fellow travellers as being one of the top ten annoyances on a vacation, research conducted by online travel reviews company TripAdvisor shows.
- Southwest Airlines offers more flights to Washington in January Southwest Airlines has announced plans to improve its Baltimore/Washington and Baltimore/Washington Dulles service in anticipation of the inauguration celebration to be held in the US capital in January next year.
- Edinburgh runway project completed with time and money to spare A £16 million project to resurface the runway at Edinburgh Airport has been completed ahead of schedule and on budget, it has been revealed.
Friday 21 November 2008
- Monarch to operate new route on former XL service Cheap flights carrier Monarch Airlines will be operating a new route on a former XL service between Gatwick and the Caribbean, it has been reported.
- Flight passengers could benefit from the credit crunch Flight passengers may benefit from the credit crunch as airlines sell more tickets at cheaper prices, according to a leading business expert.
- Ryanair to launch three new routes from Charleroi Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will launch three new routes from Brussels (Charleroi) on March 31st.
- Skyscanner shortlisted for E-Consultancy Innovation awards Skyscanner has been short listed in the User Experience category of the 2008 e-Consultancy Innovation awards.
Thursday 20 November 2008
- Air Asia X set to launch flights from Stansted to Kuala Lumpur Asian cheap flights carrier Air Asia X is set to announce the launch of flights from Stansted to Kuala Lumpur, it has been reported.
- United Airlines announces new Washington to Geneva service United Airlines has announced a new daily flight between Washington DC and Geneva, connecting the US capital to the world's banking hub.
- East Midlands Airport awarded environmental award East Midlands Airport is celebrating after it was awarded Gold at the Green Apple Environment Awards in London last week.
- UK Travellers Avoiding USA says Skyscanner The strengthening dollar, the credit crunch and recession woes have led to a 15% fall in UK-USA flight search traffic, reports Skyscanner.
Wednesday 19 November 2008
- Cimber Air to launch new service between Billund and Gatwick Danish airline Cimber Air has announced that it will launch a new service between Billund and Gatwick on November 24th.
- Cheap flights carriers largely unaffected by falling passenger numbers More passengers are turning to cheap flights after new figures revealed that premium travel had declined eight percent over the 12 months to September.
- More gap year students fly to South Africa Students are most likely to fly to South Africa on their gap year, according to new research from the Year Out Group.
- Belle Air launch new service between Tirana and Zagreb Cheap flights carrier Belle Air recently launched a new service between Tirana and Zagreb.
- Credit crunch hit Brits still willing to book flights to the Med The British public are still willing to book flights to the Mediterranean despite feeling the effects of the credit crunch, according to the results of a new survey.
- Ryanair announce launch of new Spanish services from Gatwick Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced the launch of two new London Gatwick flights to Barcelona Girona and Alicante.
Monday 17 November 2008
- New US border regulations will come into effect in January Passengers flying to the US must apply for permission to enter the country three days before their date of departure under new border regulations implemented last week.
- Flybe increases capacity on Manchester to Paris flights Cheap flights carrier Flybe has announced that it will be increasing passenger capacity on two of its Manchester to Paris flights.
- Athens Airways to launch services next spring Start-up carrier Athens Airways will launch its maiden services from spring 2009, according to reports.
Friday 14 November 2008
- Air Arabia set to increase number of flight destinations Low cost airline Air Arabia is set to increase its number of destinations after it confirmed it had placed an order for ten further Airbus A320 aircraft.
- Wizz Air to launch new service between Kiev and Oslo Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced that it will launch a new flight between Kiev and Oslo.
- Fewer Europeans fly to the UK Fewer European travellers chose to fly to the UK this summer, according to new figures from national tourism body VisitBritain.
Thursday 13 November 2008
- easyJet crowned best low cost airline Cheap flights carrier easyJet has been crowned the best Low Cost/No Frills airline at this year's British travel awards.
- Majorca holidaymakers urged to consider benefits of their stay to locals People booking flights to the Spanish island of Majorca are being encouraged to consider ethical trading and the benefits of their stay to local people, reports TravelMole.com.
- Bristol Airport terminal set to double in size if latest plans are approved Bristol Airport's terminal building will double in size if new plans for its expansion are approved.
Wednesday 12 November 2008
- UK reluctant to book flights using mobile phones Airline passengers in the UK will continue booking flights online until mobile phone customer service levels improve, says a leading travel expert.
- Air Berlin announce new long-haul connections from Stansted Air Berlin, Germany's second-largest airline, has announced that it will offer UK passengers long haul flights from Stansted for the first time from this month.
- Brits continue to book flights despite environmental concerns Brits are continuing to book flights despite having environmental concerns, new research has revealed.
Tuesday 11 November 2008
- Air Berlin to launch new Dusseldorf-Jersey service Air Berlin is to start flying to the Channel Island of Jersey from summer 2009, it has been revealed.
- Global economic slowdown 'will benefit low cost airlines' Cheap travel operators are set to profit from the global economic slowdown, a new survey suggests.
- New Mexico City to Gatwick service offered by Mexicana Mexicana is to defy the current economic climate and start offering direct flights from Gatwick to Mexico from January.
Monday 10 November 2008
- Newlyweds 'choose mini-moons' Newlyweds are more likely to choose a short trip after their big day than an expensive honeymoon, it has been claimed.
- Israir offers flights to Russia Israir, an Israeli airline has reached an agreement to increase its service to Russia, according to a source.
- New flights for Air France and Delta Air France and Delta unveiled plans for non-stop transatlantic routes which will begin operating in June 2009.
Friday 7 November 2008
- BAA backs Crossrail initiative with £230m funding boost BAA, the owner of Heathrow airport, has agreed to invest £230 million towards the £15.9 billion cost of the Crossrail project, it has been revealed.
- Bmi improves service on Heathrow to Cairo and Amman routes An increased number of passengers will be able to access cheap flights to Cairo and Amman from Heathrow following the introduction of an Airbus A330 wide-bodied aircraft to each of the routes by bmi.
- Jet2.com starts cheap flights to New York from Leeds Bradford Airport Jet2.com's newly-modified aircraft set off on its first commercial transatlantic flight from Leeds Bradford Airport earlier today (Friday, November 7th).
Thursday 6 November 2008
- Ryanair launches new base at Edinburgh Airport Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has launched a new base at Edinburgh Airport, it has been revealed.
- Air Berlin to increase north American routes Air Berlin has announced that it will extend its range of long-haul flights from Dusseldorf to North America.
- More Brits book flights online More people are choosing to book their flights online because they don't trust traditional travel brochures, a new survey has revealed.
Wednesday 5 November 2008
- Jet2.com announces new service between Manchester and Crete Cheap flights carrier Jet2.com has announced it will launch a new service between Manchester and Crete in May next year.
- Ryanair chief announces plans for low-cost transatlantic carrier More passengers could soon be flying to the US after Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary announced his intention to set up a low-cost transatlantic carrier.
- Air Sylhet wins rights to fly from the UK to Jeddah New airline Air Sylhet has won the rights to fly from the UK to Jeddah via Vienna, reports TravelMole.com.
Tuesday 4 November 2008
- KLM to launch new service between Liverpool and Amsterdam Dutch airline KLM has announced that it will start a new service between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport intends large-scale expansion Doncaster Sheffield Airport has outlined its intension for large-scale expansion in its Draft Airport Expansion Plan.
Monday 3 November 2008
- Passengers benefit from airlines cutting flight ticket prices The Independent reports that more people are benefiting from airlines reducing the cost of their flight tickets.
- Air Berlin launches fourth daily service from Stansted to Dusseldorf Germany’s second-largest airline, Air Berlin has announced that it is launching a fourth daily service from Stansted to Dusseldorf from February 2nd next year.
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport expects to double passenger turnover Glasgow Prestwick Airport has announced that it expects to more than double its passenger turnover in the next decade as part of its new 25-year "masterplan".
Friday 31 October 2008
- More Brits flying to southern African countries More people are booking flights to Africa, with Tanzania and southern African countries proving the most popular destinations, new findings have revealed.
- easyJet announces new service between Gatwick and Copenhagen Cheap flights carrier easyJet has announced that it will start a new route between Gatwick and Copenhagen following the collapse of Scandinavian airline Sterling Airways.
- Latest phase of Glasgow Airport expansion opens The latest phase of Glasgow Airport's £31 million expansion has been opened, with the first passengers passing through the terminal's new security facility.
- Lufthansa announces BMI takeover UK airline BMI is being taken over by German flagship carrier Lufthansa, it has been reported.
- Air Sylhet to launch from Stansted and Manchester next month A new airline will be launched from Stansted and Manchester next month, it has been revealed.
- New business aviation centre for Norwich airport Norwich International Airport is set to expand after Norfolk-based aviation firm SaxonAir announced that it will construct a £1 million business aviation centre, a facility that will benefit passengers and airline crew.
Thursday 30 October 2008
- Number of people taking flights declines, figures reveal The number of people taking flights in September fell by 2.9 percent compared to the same month last year, according to figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
- Virgin Atlantic adds second service between London and Hong Kong Virgin Atlantic began a new second service from London Heathrow to Hong Kong yesterday, with flights now operating three times a week.
- More Europeans choose to book flights to the UK More Europeans are booking flights to the UK, it has been revealed.
Tuesday 28 October 2008
- Skyscanner appoints Frank Skivington as new VP Commercial Skyscanner has appointed one of the UK’s top digital executives, Frank Skivington, to the newly created position of VP Commercial.
Monday 27 October 2008
- More Brits flying to European ski resorts More Brits are choosing to book flights to ski resorts, according to new figures from the Ski Club of Great Britain.
- Ryanair announces new route between Luton and Languedoc Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will launch a new route between Luton and Beziers in the south of France.
- Bristol International Airport releases expansion plans Bristol International Airport has released the first computer-generated images of its proposed expansion.
Friday 24 October 2008
- Glasgow Airport opens first phase of terminal extension Glasgow Airport opened the first phase of its multi-million pound terminal extension to passengers on Tuesday. Flight passengers will now be able to benefit from a new ground floor UK arrivals hall and a JD Wetherspoon bar and restaurant. A new Starbucks coffee shop, convenience store and retail outlets will open soon as part of the £31 million project.
- Credit crunch will influence flight destinations The credit crunch will influence people's choice of flights this summer, according to new research. According to findings from TripVision, 58 per cent of flight passengers said that the current economic climate would influence their choice of holiday destination next summer.
Thursday 23 October 2008
- More people fly to exotic mid to long haul destinations More people are choosing to fly to exotic mid to long haul destinations for their main holiday, it has been revealed.
- EasyJet begins new Stockholm services Cheap flights carrier easyJet has started its new services from Stockholm's Arlanda Airport, with the airline also set to begin services from Geneva on Monday.
- Bristol Airport reports rise in cheap flights passenger turnover Bristol Airport has reported a rise in passenger turnover for September, due to increased carrier capacity.
- The Queen on SLO Republic Royal tour: Interest in Eastern Europe Up 41% Data from flight search engine Skyscanner (www.Skyscanner.net) shows that interest in Eastern European countries is rising rapidly with summer 2008 flight searches to the top ten Eastern capitals up by 41% compared to summer 2007.
- More Brits fly to the US due to weak dollar More people are booking flights from the UK to the US because of the weak dollar, it has been revealed.
- Ryanair announces 11 new international routes Cheap flights carrier Ryanair has announced that it will create 11 new international routes when it opens two new bases in Alghero and Cagliari in March next year.
- Coventry Airport announces change to cargo and corporate travel Cheap flights base Coventry Airport has announced that it wants to change itself into a cargo and corporate travel airport after Thomsonfly decided to switch its base.
Tuesday 21 October 2008
- Singapore Airlines named best international carrier Singapore Airlines has been named the best international carrier in the Conde Nast Traveller 2008 awards.
- More Scots to purchase flights to Iceland More Scots will be purchasing flights to Iceland this winter as a fall in room rates encourages British visitors to travel to the country.
- Airlines should offer financial protection for passengers, watchdog claims Airlines may be told to offer financial protection for their passengers after calls from a UK passenger watchdog.
Monday 20 October 2008
- BMI to double number of flights to Riyadh Cheap flights carrier bmi has announced that it will double the number of its flights from Riyadh to London from January 15th next year.
- UN official expects people to keep flying A UN official has said that he expects people to keep flying because the tourism sector is not especially vulnerable to the effects of the credit crunch.
- S7 Airlines announces European expansion Russia's fastest growing carrier S7 Airlines has announced that it will share some European routes with Air Berlin and NIKI in a major expansion of its European network.
- Skyscanner Partners with Netvibes for Cheap Flights Widget launch Skyscanner.net has partnered with Netvibes, the leading widget and personalized startpage platform, to launch their new Cheap Flights Widget.
Friday 17 October 2008
- flyLAL launches Dublin Christmas route Cheap flights carrier flyLAL will be offering a new route to Dublin this winter. The Lithuanian carrier will introduce its seasonal flights from Vilnius to the Irish capital beginning in December on selected days.
- Heathrow has 'highest number' of international travellers London Heathrow Airport had the highest proportion of international travellers last year, according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
- OpenSkies launches second route OpenSkies has launched its newest service between the US and Europe with flights to Amsterdam from New York.
Thursday 16 October 2008
- Glasgow named among 'world's best cities' Glasgow is one of the world's best cities to visit in 2009, according to Lonely Planet. The Scottish holiday destination was the only UK city to make the list, alongside other European destinations, including Zurich, Warsaw and Lisbon.
- Mobile boarding passes introduced in UK The UK is pioneering the first use of the Lufthansa's new mobile boarding pass system outside of Germany. Passengers on Lufthansa flights from London Heathrow have had access to the new mobile boarding pass technology since October 13th.
- Airport bar gets local brews Bristol International Airport is to begin offering local beers at its newly refurbished mezzanine bar. The recently rebranded Bar Zero9 will now serve three beverages from the Butcombe brewery, including Butcombe Bitter, Cold Filtered Blond and Ashton Press Cider.
- Brussels Airlines adds new routes Brussels Airlines will be adding three new routes to its schedule from October 26th. The carrier recently made a new deal with British carrier bmi that will allow the airline to provide its passengers with three additional services.
- Wizz Air introduces two new Budapest routes Wizz Air will be expanding its operations out of Budapest Airport with new routes. Central and Eastern Europe's largest cheap flights airline will introduce the new routes following the delivery of a new Airbus A320 aircraft in April 2009.
- Jet2 unveils new Dalaman route Jet2 has announced that it will be launching new flights to Dalaman from the UK as part of its summer 2009 schedule.
- Tourism heats up after Icelandic Meltdown: 400% increase in Iceland flight searches Flight search traffic for UK-Iceland routes has risen by 400% over the last month, according to the flight search engine, Skyscanner.
Tuesday 14 October 2008
- Holidaygoers seeking "more adventurous" destinations Holidaygoers are becoming "more adventurous" with their destination choices, according to Group Leisure magazine. This is particularly prevalent among groups of travellers taking flights to destinations with particular interests in mind, such as sporting or social.
- Environment "top priority" for IATA The environment remains the "top priority" for the aviation industry, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Rising fuel prices have seen a number of airlines and tour operators cutting back on flights in recent months as the financial crisis worsens.
- Glasgow airport regeneration unveiled later this month Glasgow Airport is set to benefit from a new regeneration of its passenger facilities, which will be accessible to the public from October 28th. The airport's owner BAA has invested £31 million on the new airport extension, which has included a £12 million investment in security.
- Spain Dominates Top Ten Half Term Holiday Spots Alicante was one of six Spanish cities that dominated the top ten most searched for flight destinations over the half term holiday period, according to flight search engine, Skyscanner. It seems families are keen to take their last chance for sun before winter sets in, with 9 of the top 10 half term holiday destinations being beach/sun holiday spots.
Monday 13 October 2008
- '2 in 3' exchange currency before flights More than two-thirds of travellers exchange their money before setting off abroad, new figures show. Some 69 percent of people buy foreign currency before travelling, according to research by Marks & Spencers (M&S) Travel Money.
- Baboo to introduce five new routes The airline announced that it would introduce new flights between October 6th and October 26th in a bid to plug the gaps left by struggling airlines. Baboo flights from Geneva to Toulouse will operate six times per week, while services to Athens and Bordeaux will depart five times per week.
- Faster border controls at Heathrow UK passengers will benefit from faster border controls when they arrive on flights to Heathrow Airport. UK citizens entering Heathrow will have to wait for a maximum of 15 minutes, following the new announcement from the Home Office and BAA.
Friday 10 October 2008
- Annual holiday is a "necessity" say Brits Holidays are the last thing that UK consumers would give up, it has been claimed. According to travel company TUI Travel, Britons' desire to hop onto cheap flights for a standard annual holiday has not diminished in the face of the credit crunch.
- Czech Airlines announces new schedule Czech Airlines has announced that it will be adding new European flights to its winter schedule. New flights will be added to routes around Europe, with particular emphasis on improving German and Scandinavian routes.
- Stansted expansion given go-ahead Plans to expand Stansted Airport have been given the go-ahead by the government. The approval will allow the airport to serve up to 35 million passengers a year, with expansions to departures and arrivals.
Thursday 9 October 2008
- Travel 'important for boomers' Travel is playing an important part of UK baby boomer retirement plans, new research shows. Some 81 per cent of mature adults responding to the Economic and Social Research Council survey claim to hop on flights abroad at least every two years.
- New Kiev-London route from Wizz Air Wizz Air will be introducing a new route from London's Luton Airport to Kiev, Ukraine this winter. The carrier is set to launch the new route between Kiev Boryspil the UK capital from December 17th.
- Fuel Surcharge reductions from Qantas Qantas is set to reduce international fuel surcharges from today, October 9th. The carrier's announcement comes amid growing concern over the impact of fuel prices on the aviation industry as a whole.
Wednesday 8 October 2008
- Flexjet launch carbon offsetting scheme A new carbon offsetting scheme has been launched for Flexjet customer flights. Flexjet owners will now be able to offset their emissions each time they fly following a new agreement with carbon offset provider Climate Care.
- Airport security scanner trialled in US The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is considering using portable scanners at airports throughout the country. Authorities tested the machinery throughout August and September, report USA Today, but could soon make use of it at other airports throughout the country.
- BA to launch new Caribbean flights British Airways (BA) is to launch a new route to the Caribbean islands of St Kitts and Nevis beginning next year. BA flights to St Kitts will be introduced from January 10th 2009, departing from London's Gatwick Airport.
Tuesday 7 October 2008
- Icelandic carrier undergoes refurbishment IcelandAir has announced an overhaul of its in-flight services. The carrier will launch its new-look Boeing 757 aircraft, New IcelandAir, with new seats, entertainment systems and more legroom.
- Aegean expands European routes Aegean Airlines will be expanding its winter schedule with new routes between major tourist destinations in the coming months. The Greek carrier will be adding a third daily flight between London's Stansted Airport and Athens, as well as two new routes to other European cities.
Friday 3 October 2008
- Credit crunch 'fails to hit holidays' The credit crunch has had a limited impact on the number of people taking budget holidays, an industry expert has claimed. On the contrary, cheap flights and other budget holiday concessions may have become more popular as people cut back on their spending.
- Jet2 unveil two new European routes Low cost carrier Jet2 has unveiled two new European routes for its summer 2009 schedule. Jet2 cheap flights to Dubrovnik from Belfast Airport will be introduced from May 2nd 2009 as part of the airline's service expansion.
- Wizz Air unveils 15 new routes Wizz Air has announced plans to expand its schedule with 15 new routes over the next six months. The new launch will follow the delivery of a new aircraft for services to the carrier's 10th new base at Timisoara.
Thursday 2 October 2008
- Russia is a 'popular' tourist destination Russia is fast becoming a holiday favourite among Britons taking a break abroad, new research has shown. According to figures from tour operator destinationRussia, bookings have increased by 45 percent over the last three years.
- Four new winter routes from airBaltic AirBaltic is to offer four new routes to destinations around Europe from October 26th. The Latvian low-cost carrier will offer cheap flights to Amsterdam, Hannover, Tampere and Dubai.
- Four new Ryanair routes from Madrid Ryanair is set to introduce four new routes from Madrid next month. The low cost airline will also be doubling the frequency of services across three existing routes from the Spanish airport by adding 75 additional cheap flights.
Wednesday 1 October 2008
- New ski routes unveiled from Southampton Blue Islands is to introduce new routes to ski destinations around Europe this month. The airline is to launch two services offering cheap flights to Zurich and Geneva from Southampton Airport.
- New year Oslo-Aberdeen link planned by Eastern Airways New flights between Oslo and Aberdeen have been unveiled by a leading European low-cost carrier for the new year. Eastern Airways is to offer cheap flights from Aberdeen to the Norwegian capital from January 12th 2009.
- New London to Oman route announced Gulf Air is to begin operating flights from London Heathrow to Muscat in Oman. Two daily services will be offered by the carrier from October 26th.
Tuesday 30 September 2008
- Renewable fuel aviation group to 'make flights sustainable' A group of European carriers are to work together to develop sustainable aviation fuel for use across their routes. The collection of airlines comprises some of Europe's largest charter operators, including Air France, SAS Scandinavian and Virgin Atlantic.
- Vueling to introduce additional winter route Low-cost carrier Vueling is to launch a new route between Seville and Tenerife this winter. The cheap flights will run from December 15th 2008. However, the airline has not yet announced when the route is scheduled to end.
- easyJet adds to Budapest routes Cheap flights airline easyJet will be launching a new route from Paris Orly Airport to Budapest from November. This will add to several other services already departing from Budapest, where passengers can already take advantage of easyjet cheap flights to Geneva and Berlin.
Monday 29 September 2008
- New ski routes at Southampton Southampton Airport will welcome new cheap flights to Grenoble and Zurich this winter, both popular ski destinations with UK skiers and snowboarders. This season marks the first time flights to Grenoble and Zurich have been available from the terminal.
- Wizz Air adds Poznan flights Central and Eastern Europe's largest low-cost carrier Wizz Air has announced new flights to Rome and Cork from Poznan. The airline will add two weekly flights from Poznan to Rome's Fiumicino Airport on December 16th.
- MAG to review Humberside ownership MAG bought its majority stake in Humberside for £10 million in 1999 and has invested £7 million in its infrastructure. However, the group suggests that for the airport to sustain long-term growth a "possible transfer of ownership" is needed.
- New TAM flights from France to Brazil TAM has introduced new flights to Paris from Belo Horizonte Brazil. The new route departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 23:00 and arrives at Belo Horizonte at 9:35 local time.
- Two new Ryanair routes from Shannon Airport Ryanair will be launching new routes to Newcastle and Frankfurt-Hahn next month. The cheap flights will depart from Shannon Airport, where the airline is introducing a total of 26 new weekly flights.
- Virgin Atlantic cuts check-in times at Heathrow Check-in times have been cut at Heathrow Airport on Virgin Atlantic flights, data from the airline shows. The airline announced that it has reduced check-in times for flights from Terminal 3 to around 40 minutes.
Thursday 25 September 2008
- New flights between Oslo and Lisbon TAP Portugal has unveiled new flights to Oslo from the Portuguese capital of Lisbon. The cheap flights airline will introduce the two new services from January 2009, departing from Lisbon on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Blue Air unveils new Brussels-London route Blue Air will begin offering new cheap flights from Brussels to London Stansted in October. The airline is set to introduce three new weekly flights beginning with two services on Wednesdays and Sundays from October 26th.
- Czech Airlines offers free cab service Czech Airlines has announced that business class passengers will now receive a complimentary shuttle service when they arrive at Prague Airport. Premium business class passengers will be able to book transport to or from the airport to surrounding communities in the city free of charge.
Wednesday 24 September 2008
- New budget routes anticipate 'XL' demand Budget airline easyJet will offer new flights to European destinations following the collapse of XL Airways earlier this month. easyJet cheap flights to Gran Canaria, Turkey and Lanzarote will be launched this October.
- Six new cheap flights from Forli in Italy Ryanair has unveiled six new Italian routes that will be launched in December. The new services will be introduced from December and will mark the arrival of the first of the carrier's aircraft to be based in the Italian city of Forli.
- Summer 2009 flights to Toronto announced Cheap flights airline flyglobespan will introduce a new route between Cardiff and Toronto next summer. The carrier will begin offering cheap flights from Cardiff to Hamilton Airport commencing June 2009. Services will operate until September 2009.
Tuesday 23 September 2008
- BA launches new winter docklands routes British Airways (BA) will be launching two new routes out of London City Airport in December. The new flights to Geneva and Lyon are set to be introduced from December 15th and will bring the total number of BA flights from London City Airport to 12.
- New Moscow-Tomsk route set for winter launch Transaero Airlines is set to launch daily flights between Moscow and Tomsk. The carrier will introduce the new route from October 26th using a 105-seat Boeing 737 airplane which will offer business class, premium economy and tourist economy classes.
- Jet expands codeshare to Manchester Jet Airways will be expanding its services to Manchester Airport following the extension of its codeshare agreement with Brussels Airlines. The new agreement will be introduced from October 26th 2008 and will see Jet Airways' flights from Manchester redirected via the Brussels Airlines hub in Belgium.
Monday 22 September 2008
- Cheap flights carrier wins prestigious award easyJet has been voted the best cheap flights airline by readers of Conde Nast Traveller magazine. The carrier achieved above 90 per cent in five of the eight areas used to assess airlines in the category.
- Award-winning airport unveils green wind plan East Midlands Airport has invested £3 million in environmental energy initiatives. Airport authorities are hoping to install wind turbines capable of generating ten per cent of the hub's total electricity and will begin work in 2009.
- New cheap flights from Edinburgh to Europe announced Jet2 is set to add more cheap flights from Edinburgh to its summer 2009 schedule. The carrier will add three more routes from the Scottish hub beginning May 21st 2009.
Friday 19 September 2008
- Air India moves Amritsar flights to Heathrow Air India flights from Toronto to Amritsar will be routed via London Heathrow from the end of October. The carrier previously ran three services per seek via Birmingham International Airport to the popular tourist destination in the north of India.
- New Stockholm to Canary Island flights announced Norwegian Air Shuttle is set to launch twice weekly cheap flights to the Canary Islands. The carrier will begin its new service from October 28th, departing from Stockholm to Gran Canaria on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Thursday 18 September 2008
- Scientists develop new airport 'carpet' security scanner Scientists have developed a new security scanner that could be installed in airport carpets, it has been revealed. Developed by a research team at Manchester University, the new system is capable of detecting weapons and explosives hidden in bags and clothing.
- New flights to Ibiza scheduled for 2009 Jet2 is to introduce a new service to Ibiza as part of its summer 2009 schedule. Cheap flights from Manchester Airport to the Spanish island of Ibiza will depart daily from May 9th 2009.
- Leeds Bradford nominated for 'Best Airport' award Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBIA) has been nominated for a prestigious travel industry award. The hub is among ten airports that are in the running to receive the coveted Best UK Airport for Leisure award at the annual British Travel Awards 2008.
Wednesday 17 September 2008
- BAA announces intention to sell Gatwick Gatwick Airport has been put up for sale by its owner, BAA. The decision follows the publication of provisional findings by the Competition Commission (CC) stating that the firm may be required to sell up to three of its UK airports.
- New routes from Robin Hood Airport announced Thomson Holidays is to launch two new routes from Robin Hood Airport next summer. The tour operator will be launching flights to the Greek island of Kos in addition to services to the popular Egyptian destination of Sharm el Sheikh.
- Bilga Air takes on Amritsar-Birmingham route Bilga Air is to begin flying to the north of India from Birmingham Airport this winter. The route to Amritsar will be launched on October 9th and replaces the flights originally provided by Air India before they were pulled by the carrier.
- Skyscanner sees 35% traffic growth despite travel industry downturn Skyscanner.net, the flight search engine that allows users to find the cheapest flight for their trip by comparing air fares from hundreds of different airlines, has reported a 26% rise in visitor numbers over the last 12 months, despite the recent turbulence in the airline industry and the global financial downturn.
Tuesday 16 September 2008
- Edinburgh Airport installs travel info pods Two new interactive information terminals have been installed at Edinburgh Airport to help passengers plan their journeys. The new Cityspace pods can be found at both domestic and international arrival halls, providing direct access to Traveline Scotland and BBC travel news.
- DfT publishes Heathrow expansion consultation An impact assessment consultation on the expansion of Heathrow Airport has been launched by the Department of Transport (DfT). The Equalities Impact Assessment will consider the affect any proposed expansion would have on the different groups that live near the airport.
- Transavia to launch new Rotterdam services Transavia will be launching new cheap flights to Rotterdam from London Luton Airport next month. The carrier is to introduce new twice daily services between the two cities from October 27th, increasing its anticipated passenger volumes to over 130,000 out of the London hub.
Monday 15 September 2008
- New winter routes from Oslo from Norwegian Air Norwegian Air Shuttle has announced that it will be adding five new routes to its winter schedule next month. The carrier will be introducing cheap flights from Olso to other international destinations from October 29th 2008.
Friday 12 September 2008
- Emirates to move European services to new Dubai terminal Airline Emirates will move its European routes from Dubai International Airport's new Terminal Three as part of a phased opening due to begin in October. The Dubai-based carrier has opted to phase the switchover to ensure that passengers have as little disruption to their flights as possible.
- Tobago-Gatwick flights change hands to Monarch Airlines Monarch Airlines will take over new flights to Tobago this Christmas, it has been revealed. The cheap flights carrier will be taking over responsibility for the route from XL Airways, which went into administration on September 12th.
- Airline introduces new runway safety system Alaska Airlines has announced that it is to boost safety across its fleet by equipping its planes with a new Runway Awareness and Advisory System (RAAS) technology. RAAS is designed to reduce the risk of collisions on runways and taxiways involving more than one aircraft.
- Skyscanner offers alternative flights in wake of XL Airlines' collapse Following the news today that holiday firm XL have gone into administration stranding tens of thousands of Britons abroad, Skyscanner has offered a ray of hope to those searching for alternative flights.
Thursday 11 September 2008
- UK airport liquid ban could 'be lifted' The ban on liquids carried in hand luggage in place at UK airports could be lifted if trials of new security technology prove successful, it has been revealed.
- New bmibaby flights to Europe unveiled bmibaby has unveiled several new routes to European destinations for its summer 2009 schedule. The cheap flights offshoot of bmi will offer services from East Midlands Airport to Almeria, Manchester to Toulouse and Cardiff to Lisbon.
- Skyscanner search traffic jumps following cancelled Edinburgh Ryanair flights Passengers stranded by Ryanair’s Edinburgh flight cancellations are searching Skyscanner for alternatives. Searches for flights to and from Edinburgh have jumped since budget airline Ryanair announced that eleven routes from its new base at Edinburgh airport will be cancelled.
Wednesday 10 September 2008
- New bmi London to Moscow service unveiled bmi is set to launch new flights to Moscow from London as part of its winter schedule. Services to Moscow Domodedovo will depart from London's Heathrow Airport on a daily basis.
- Continental unveils new daily flights to Newark The carrier will introduce the non-stop service on a daily basis between its New York hub and London Heathrow Airport. New flights will begin operations from October 25th 2008, although the airline has yet to secure government approval for the route change.
- Finnair opens Silver Wings Lounge Finnair has opened the doors to its newly refurbished Silver Wings Lounge in Helsinki Airport. The lounge has been completely renovated in order to improve security and boost 'customer friendliness'.
- Glasgow to open the new Skyhub this month Glasgow Airport officials are expecting to open the airport's new Skyhub terminal from next month. Officials expect the £31 million construction project will take no more than two weeks to complete and expect the new Skyhub to be completed by September 19th.
- New cheap flights to Split from Jet2 Jet2 will launch a new service between Newcastle and Split in 2009. The airline will launch cheap flights to Split, the coastal Croatian city, from May 2nd, departing from Newcastle International Airport.
- Manchester Airport unveils new terminal flooring Manchester Airport has unveiled its newly renovated floor for its Terminal 1 building. The new £10 million bespoke project was completed over just one weekend, using a new innovative material that is ready to use two hours after installation.
Monday 8 September 2008
- Aer Arann announces new route to Glasgow Aer Arann will introduce new flights to Glasgow this winter. The carrier will run flights between Cork, Ireland and Prestwick Airport in Glasgow from October 28th.
- New flights to Kuressaare unveiled by Estonian Air Estonian Air will launch new flights from Tallinn to Kuressaare from October 2nd 2008. The carrier will operate services along the new route eight times per week on everyday except Wednesday.
- Ryanair introduces new route to Morocco New cheap flights from London to Agadir will be introduced by Ryanair this October. The return services will run twice-weekly from the London Stansted to the Moroccan destination, launching on October 28th as part of the cheap flights carrier's winter campaign.
Friday 5 September 2008
- New terminal opens at Charles de Gaulle Airport A new terminal dedicated Air France services has been opened at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The 2G terminal will serve short haul routes around Europe as well as the flagship carrier's domestic flights.
- London Heathrow T5 gets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi has finally been introduced at London Heathrow's Terminal 5, which is the last terminal to receive broadband internet access at the flagship BAA airport.
- Finnair embraces mobile phone check-in Finnair has introduced a mobile phone check-in system at Copenhagen Airport. The new technology is part of the airport's ongoing investment in passenger-friendly check-in systems.
Thursday 4 September 2008
- Germanwings adds three new routes Low cost airline Germanwings has added three new routes to its summer 2009 schedule. The first will be a flight from Berlin, Germany to the coastal city of Zadar in Croatia.
- Budget airline announces new winter route to Istanbul Cheap flights airline easyJet will be launching its 400th route with flights to Istanbul this winter. The first services will begin on December 12th, with flights departing from London Gatwick Airport.
- Wizz Air unveils new Paris-Cluj route Wizz Air has announced that it is set to launch new cheap flights to Paris Beauvais Airport from Cluj. This will be the low cost carrier's first service between France and Romania, although it does already operate three other routes out of Paris Beauvais
Wednesday 3 September 2008
- Scottish carrier launches Falkland Island flights Cheap flights to the South Atlantic islands will depart twice a week this winter, taking a mix of civilian and Army troops on board. The flights form part of a two-year ministry of defence contract with the carrier and will depart from Oxfordshire.
- Ski flights from Bournemouth and Bristol Ryanair will launch new routes to skiing destinations from Bournemouth and Bristol as part of its winter schedule. The new services form part of its new 2008-09 ski programme containing 101 routes that will run throughout the winter programme until April 18th 2009.
- Virgin Atlantic confirms Gatwick interest Virgin Atlantic has shown an interest in purchasing London's Gatwick Airport, it has been revealed. However the airline, which is noted for its good customer service, would only be interested in such a move if other partners were brought into the deal.
- Manchester Airport increases security Manchester Airport has beefed up its security with a new car surveillance system. Some 500,000 vehicle number plates will be automatically recorded to help airport authorities decide which vehicles to investigate.
- Lyon Saint Exupery set for expansion Authorities at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport in France are set to expand the terminal in response to growing popularity of flights to the region. Plans will also see the airport petitioning for an increase in the frequency of flights out of the airport to cope with demand.
Monday 1 September 2008
- Zoom passengers offered alternative routes by Virgin Atlantic Virgin Atlantic has thrown a lifeline to Zoom passengers left stranded after the airline went into liquidation. Tickets will be offered on selected routes to the US from London, including flights from Heathrow to New York, Boston and Washington.
- Pegasus anticipate UK routes expansion Pegasus Airlines intends to expand the number of UK airports it serves with cheap flights to Turkey, according to the airline's general manager.
- Jet2 unveils more routes for summer 2009 Jet2 will be expanding its flights from Leeds Bradford Airport with seven new routes. The cheap flights carrier will offer routes to Avignon, Geneva and Krakow from its UK hub.
Friday 29 August 2008
- BA announces new route to India British Airways (BA) will launch new direct flights to Hyderabad in India this December. The new route will see flights depart from London Heathrow five times per week, beginning on December 7th 2008.
- EP to consider flight reservation changes The European Parliament (EP) is set to discuss proposals to overhaul the reservation system used to book flights next week. Amendments to current airline booking rules may be on the cards, which could see European officials introduce new transparency regulations.
- Zoom Airline Folds: Skyscanner shows alternative routes & airlines Yesterday, the transatlantic ‘low fare, full service’ airline, Zoom, grounded all flights following the suspension of all future operations. Skyscanner shows affected passenger alternative routes and airlines.
Thursday 28 August 2008
- Luton Airport gets new multilingual broadcast system Luton Airport has launched a new multi-lingual communications system for flight departures. The London airport's new Aviavox system will allow flight departure information to be provided in a total of nine different languages.
- New direct route between Birmingham and Istanbul Turkish Airlines will be launching new direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul from December. The new cheap flights from Birmingham Airport are due to launch this winter on December 15th.
- Passengers to have say over UK airports Passengers are to be given the opportunity to give their views on the quality of air travel services in the UK. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will be surveying passengers at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Manchester airports about their experiences both on and off flights.
Wednesday 27 August 2008
- Finnair unveils new Russia-Finland flights Finnair will introduce a new route from Helsinki to Yekaterinburg next month. The Finnish carrier will launch three weekly flights from its Helsinki base in its native Finland to the central Russian city.
- New look Heathrow Clubhouse unveiled Virgin Atlantic has unveiled the first phase of plans for its new look Clubhouse at Heathrow Airport. The airline's new £11 million business-class lounge has been designed in collaboration with design agency Softroom and resembles a single room rather than a series of divided spaces
- Work resumes on Glasgow Airport Rail Link Glasgow Airport will move one step closer to its hotly anticipated new rail routes when work gets underway on the latest phase of the project at the end of this month. Network Rail will begin an overhaul and remodelling of the overhead structures on the track to prepare for the Glasgow Airport Rail Link on August 31st.
- Skyscanner and Ryanair: the “cease and desist” situation clarified Ryanair has published on their website a letter written to the European Commission regarding their recent announcement about “screenscraper” and “ticket-tout websites”. Skyscanner, along with dozens of other travel sites are listed in the appendix as websites who have been issued with “legally binding cease and desist declarations”.
Tuesday 26 August 2008
- BA introduces new bag charges British Airways (BA) is set to introduce a new Heavy Bag Charge for luggage from November. The airline will begin charging a £25 fee for bags that weigh more than 23kg and less than 32kg from November 26th.
- Air Berlin launches new Prevesa routes Air Berlin will be launching two new routes from Prevesa Airport from May 2009. The carrier's new cheap flights will depart from Stuttgart in Germany and arrive at Prevesa in Greece.
- Austrian Airlines resumes Georgia flights Austrian Airlines has announced that it intends to relaunch services to the Georgian capital of Tbilisi. The carrier had suspended its four cheap flights to Vienna from Tbilisi after a sudden outbreak of war in the South Ossetian region of the country bordering Russia.
- BAA-owned airports need 'better regulation' The "regulatory system" rather than airport ownership is the most pressing concern with airports in the BAA group, it has been claimed. A report by the Competition Commission (CC) published this week recommended that the operator sell three of its UK airports, including one London site.
- BA expands South American routes British Airways (BA) will be introducing three new weekly flights to Rio de Janeiro as part of its winter schedule. The flagship UK carrier will also be adding new flights from London Heathrow Airport to Buenos Aires in Argentina by introducing three extra services per week from October 26th.
- UK carrier trials text messages on flights UK carrier bmi will be the first airline to allow passengers to use their mobile phones on flights. Trials across bmi routes will begin this month, although passengers will still face restrictions on their handset use at this early stage.
Thursday 21 August 2008
- Wizz Air to fly from Timisoara Wizz Air is set to establish a new base in Timisoara, Romania in spring 2009 with five new routes. Cheap flights from Timisoara to Barcelona, Paris, Milan Bergamo, Venice Treviso and Valencia will be launched following the opening of the new base in March 2009.
- New express security system at Lisbon Airport TAP Air Portugal has introduced an express security system at Lisbon Airport for its priority access passengers. The airline has introduced a dedicated security check-in channel in a bid to reduce waiting times and speed up the process for premium passengers.
- New car hire centre planned for Edinburgh Edinburgh Airport is planning to build a new car hire centre to meet an anticipated growth in demand. The new £9.5 million facility is expected to be accessible by spring 2009 and will be available to passengers arriving on cheap flights from the airport's main terminal.
Wednesday 20 August 2008
- New easyJet winter route to Salzburg from Gatwick easyJet will be launching new flights from London Gatwick to Salzburg in Austria in December. The new route will depart from the London base three times per week beginning late into the winter season on December 13th 2008.
- New Flyglobespan routes between Scotland and Turkish coastal region Three new weekly flights from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen airports to Dalaman in Turkey have been unveiled. The new cheap flights to the coastal destination will commence next summer with carrier Flyglobespan operating the services between April and October.
- Facial recognition trial at Manchester Airport New facial recognition gates are to be trialled at Manchester Airport, the home secretary has announced. The government is hoping that the new facial recognition technology will speed up security checks at airports, by quickly comparing UK and European passengers against their biometric passports.
Tuesday 19 August 2008
- Kingfisher Airline plans first London flights Indian airline Kingfisher plans to launch its first international service later this year with flights to London from Bangalore. Flights to Bangalore from Heathrow are due to start on September 3rd, with plans in place for more international services.
- Shannon Airport named as stopover for new BA flight Ireland's Shannon Airport has been named as the stopover destination for British Airway's new flights from London to New York. The airline will launch two daily Business Class only flights from London City Airport next year.
Monday 18 August 2008
- Flyglobespan announces new Glasgow-Hurghada flights Scottish budgets airline Flyglobespan has announced a new route between Glasgow and the Egyptian resort town of Hurghada, starting this November. Tickets for the new service has already gone on sale, and start at £120 for one-way travel.
- New coaches between Stansted and Southend New coaches between Stansted Airport and Southend have hit the roads, as part of a major upgrade to First Bus's X30 service, which runs via Rayleigh and Chelmsford. The new buses have air conditioning, reclining leather seats with extra legroom, tables at some seats and more luggage space, the Essex Echo reports.
- Star Alliance offering new document-checking service Star Alliance has launched a new service which allows passengers to ensure they have the correct travel documents for their journey. Called 'Auto Doc Check', the service is only available to travellers flying on Star Alliance member airlines.
Friday 15 August 2008
- Brussels to offer Bangkok flights via codeshare Brussels Airlines is to offer flights to Bangkok following an extension of its codeshare partnership with India's Jet Airways. The two airlines first announced their codeshare on flights from Brussels to India last year, but have now extended the deal to include services to the Thai capital. Direct flights to Delhi from Brussels will connect with Jet's direct Delhi to Bangkok service.
- Virgin wins award for Heathrow lounge Virgin Atlantic's Clubhouse at Heathrow Airport has been named the best business class lounge at the recent Skytrax World Airline Awards 2008. The UK-based carrier beat off competition from Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways to pick up the award.
- Aer Lingus to increase Scottish flights Aer Lingus has announced plans to increase the number of cheap flights it offers between Edinburgh and Dublin.The low-cost airline will add extra flights to Edinburgh and maintain its route from Dublin to Glasgow. Seven flights to Edinburgh from Dublin will operate when the new service is added and passengers will be also able to choose cheap flights to Glasgow on every day of the week
Thursday 14 August 2008
- Iceland Express plans new Gatwick flight Iceland Express is to introduce new cheap flights to Reykjavik from London. The new service from London Gatwick to Reykjavik will join the current daily flights from Stansted to Reykjavik next spring. The new flights were due to start next month, but have been delayed until spring 2009 as a move to offset the current economic situation.
- Rhodes flights added at Leeds Bradford Cheap flights to Rhodes have been announced by low-cost airline Jet2. The carrier will offer weekly flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to the Greek island as of May 27th, 2009. Forming part of Jet2's summer schedule the new route will join flights to Amsterdam, Dusseldorf, Rome, Jersey and Venice.
- Wizz Air to start Poznan-Milan flights Low-cost Polish airline Wizz Air has announced plans to launch cheap flights from Poznan to Milan. Weekly flights will run from the Polish city to Milan's Orio al Serio airport as of next January. The new service will join existing flights to Doncaster, Glasgow, Copenhagen and Oslo already operated by Wizz from its base at Poznan.
Wednesday 13 August 2008
- Airlines back Manchester Airport tram plan Plans to run the Manchester Metrolink tram line to the city's airport have been backed by members of the aviation industry. British Airways, Manchester Airport, Alpha Airports, SSP UK Air, and VLM Airlines have all joined the business alliance United City.
- Works starts on Aberdeen improvements Construction work has started on a redevelopment plan at Aberdeen Airport. A heated walkway at international arrivals will be added as part of the £10 million upgrade project. The walkway is due for completion in early 2009, with work also taking place to enhance the parking facilities for the latest generation of aircraft.
- Transavia returns to Copenhagen Netherlands-based cheap flights airline Transavia has announced plans to launch flights from Copenhagen as part of its winter schedule. The carrier will offer five weekly flights to Innsbruck from the Danish terminal from December to cater to ski tourists heading to Austria.
Tuesday 12 August 2008
- Pegasus reveals winter flights schedule Low-cost Turkish carrier Pegasus Airlines has announced details of its winter schedule which includes flights to Istanbul from London. The winter programme comes into effect on October 26th and will run until March 29th. Flights to Amsterdam, Dussledorf, Copenhagen, Cologne, London, Munich, Stuggart, Zurich and the Cypriot destination of Lefkosa from Turkey all feature in the schedule.
- BAA break-up expected An upcoming report by the Competition Commission is expected to call for the break-up of UK airport operator BAA. The commission is set to reveal a series of recommendations next week to allow for greater competition in the south and south-east. It is expected that part of the guidelines would involve the sale of either London Gatwick or London Stansted by BAA's Spanish owner Ferrovial.
- Birmingham Airport welcomes Larnaca flights Birmingham International Airport will welcome cheap flights to Cyprus next March. Discount carrier Monarch, which already offers cheap flights from the West Midlands to Menorca, the Canary Islands and several cities in mainland Spain, will start flights to Larnaca on March 29th.
- Summer flights to Sardinia for Edinburgh Low-cost carrier Jet2 is to launch flights from Edinburgh to Sardinia as part of its summer 2009 schedule. The direct service will start on May 16th and follows the success of Jet2's flights to Sardinia from Leeds Bradford which ran for the first time this summer. Jet2's weekly flights to Olbia in the north-east of Sardinia will take the number of routes offered from Edinburgh up to eight.
- Wizz Air plans new Romanian base Cheap flights carrier Wizz Air has announced plans to open its tenth European base at Timisoara Airport in Romania. The airline will open the new operating base next March and offer cheap flights from Romania to a series of destinations in Central and Eastern Europe. Three new A320 aircraft will be based in Timisoara and over 100 new members of staff will be employed as the airline invests €100 million into the project.
Monday 11 August 2008
- Ryanair Comparison Site Cancellations: No effect on Skyscanner users Following Ryanair’s announcement that they are to start cancelling flight bookings which have been made on so called “screen scraper” sites, Skyscanner would like to clarify that this will NOT affect any Ryanair flight bookings that have been found through Skyscanner.
Friday 8 August 2008
- Dundee Airport to study demand for flights to Amsterdam Dundee Airport has launched a study to determine how popular flights to Amsterdam would be with local travellers.The Scottish terminal is running an online survey inviting Dundee residents to give their view on a potential air link to Amsterdam. Launched yesterday, it is hoped the research will give airport officials an idea of how many people would take flights to Amsterdam from Dundee.
- Flyglobespan adds Ibiza flights at Aberdeen Scottish cheap flights airline Flyglobespan has announced a new service connecting Aberdeen to the Balearic island of Ibiza. Flights to Ibiza will start at Aberdeen Airport next summer. The flights will run each Saturday between June and August. Rick Green, chief executive of the airline, expects the new service to be as popular as existing Flyglobespan flights from Edinburgh to the Mediterranean destination.
- New Salzburg flights from easyJet Low-cost airline easyJet has announced new cheap flights to Salzburg from London Gatwick. The carrier will offer passengers three weekly flights to Austria from the London airport as part of its winter schedule. Flights to Salzburg start on December 13th and take the number of winter services offered by easyJet at Gatwick up to 50.
Thursday 7 August 2008
- New Turkey flights at Birmingham from Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines has announced new flights to Istanbul from Birmingham International Airport. Turkey's flag carrier will introduce flights to Istanbul on December 15th, representing the first time a direct link to the city has been available from the West Midlands terminal.
- Olympic updates on Air France flights Passengers taking Air France flights this month will be able to keep up-to-date with all the news from the Olympic Games. Over the course of August, the airline – which offers flights from France to a number of international destinations – will screen ten-minute sports news bulletins on select routes.
Wednesday 6 August 2008
- New real-time information service from Flybe Neil Simpkin, digital marketing manager at Flybe, said: "Departure Board is an innovative way for us to keep our customers informed in real time about relevant offers and in a visible and engaging format. "It by-passes the usual e-mail messaging system by only appearing when there is pertinent information directly relating to a customer's pre-specified purpose." Meanwhile, Flybe has recently increased the capacity on its flights to Germany following strikes from Lufthansa.
- AirBaltic plans flights to Dubai Latvian carrier airBaltic has announced plans to launch flights to Dubai from Riga. The cheap flights airline will start fights to the UAE city on October 24th. Direct flights from Riga to Dubai will run twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, with the airline using a Boeing 757-200 on the route.
- Seven new Ryanair flights at London Luton Luton Airport is to welcome seven new routes from cheap flights airline Ryanair later this year. The carrier will start flights to Derry in Northern Ireland as well as to a number of destinations in France and Poland in October. Three flights to Biarritz will operate each week as part of the new schedule and passengers will be able to fly direct from Luton to Rzeszow and Szczecin in Poland when the new routes start.
Tuesday 5 August 2008
- Thai Airways to use A380s on London flights International carrier Thai Airways has announced plans to use Airbus A380 planes on its flights from London. The Thai flag-carrier confirmed the purchase of six super-jumbos for use on flights between the UK capital and Bangkok. A380 flights to Bangkok from London are due to start in 2009 with all six aircraft due to be delivered to Thai's London Heathrow hub over the next 18 months.
- Redevelopment work starts at Leeds Bradford Airport Work has started on a £70 million redevelopment project at Leeds Bradford International Airport. Phase 1 and 2 of the improvements started last week and will see changes made to the car parking facilities and terminal approach at the airport. A designated taxi zone will be created as part of Phase 1, which will also see improved access for the airport shuttle service.
- T5 is working, say BA British Airways has launched a new advertising campaign which will highlight the airline's operations at Heathrow. The T5 is Working campaign will feature live-action adverts showing how airline staff operate to ensure flights are on time and passengers travel safely through the terminal.
Monday 4 August 2008
- Emirates makes history with Airbus flight to New York Emirates has just become the first airline to launch flights to America using an Airbus A380. The international carrier flew its inaugural flight to New York from Dubai on Friday. Emirates' super-jumbo was fully-booked for its first flight, with 339 passengers in economy, 76 using the fully-flat business class seats and 14 in the exclusive Private Suites of first class.
- Air Southwest boosts Plymouth schedule Air Southwest has announced new flights to Leeds from Plymouth City Airport. The airline added extra flights to Leeds Bradford Airport on Sunday due to increased passenger demand. Cheap flights between the two cities will now run daily, with daily flights to Manchester also announced.
Friday 1 August 2008
- Regulator approves mobile phone use on aircraft Communications regulator Ofcom has approved the use of mobile phones on aircraft. The regulator has agreed to licence the equipment necessary for airlines to provide the facilities on their routes. Subject to further approval by EU regulators and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), passengers could be capable of making in-flight calls within months.
- Bristol airport introduces new child security measures Police at Bristol International Airport have introduced new security measures to help identify lost children. Parents will be able to purchase coloured wristbands for their children to wear on which they can write their contact details. Maria Tudgee, a Police Community Support Officer based at the airport, explained to the BBC that the new bands had been unveiled in time for the school summer holidays, which see many families jetting off on cheap flights abroad.
- New Ryanair Flights from Bologna base Ryanair is set to expand into its 30th European base next year with a handful of new routes. The airline has announced seven new routes flying out from its new Bologna base in Italy, set to launch from October 27th 2008. Services from Bologna to Barcelona and Valencia in Spain and Brussels in Belgium will depart four times per week
Thursday 31 July 2008
- Wizz Air to launch new routes with expanded fleet Wizz Air is set to launch seven new routes across its entire network following the delivery of a new Airbus A320 aircraft. The low cost carrier's new aircraft is the 19th in its new fleet and arrives as the airline announces seven new flights. These include cheap flights from Budapest to Oslo and Venice and additional routes from Sofia to Brussels Charleroi, Rome Fiumicino and Milan Bergamo airports.
- Heathrow is 'busiest international airport' London Heathrow is the most used airport for international travel in the world, according to a new report. Data in the Airports Council International's (ACI) 2007 World Traffic Report showed that the UK's largest airport catered for 62 million individual passengers last year. The top five busiest international airports were dominated by European bases with the exception of Hong Kong, which came fifth in the list with 46 million passengers.
- airBaltic announces new daily route to Amsterdam airBaltic will begin offering direct flights between Riga and Amsterdam from October 26th. The Latvian carrier's cheap flights from its domestic capital to its Dutch counterpart will take off on a daily basis. Passengers will fly between the two capital cities on a Boeing 737-500 airplane, with one-way tickets expected to start at LVL 38 (€54).
Wednesday 30 July 2008
- easyJet to add new Morocco routes in October easyJet will be adding two new flights to Morocco in time for the winter season. The new cheap flights will depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris and will be launched on October 27th 2008. Routes will land at two of Morocco's popular tourist destinations, Tangier and Casablanca.
- BA launches new Amsterdam to NY route British Airways (BA) is set to launch an additional route through its new OpenSkies airline with a new flight to Amsterdam from New York. This is the second route to New York JFK airport that has been launched by the service, which is due to commence on October 15th. The carrier already runs flights to New York from Paris Orly.
- Ryanair launches new Dusseldorf route Ryanair will be launching a new flight to Dusseldorf from Birmingham for the winter season. The new daily service will depart from the carrier's Birmingham International Airport base in UK and land at Weeze airport in Dusseldorf, Germany. Flights will begin on October 27th and are expected to bring an additional 100,000 passengers into the German city.
Tuesday 29 July 2008
- London City Airport set for route expansion London City Airport is expected to secure permission to increase the number of flights it handles by 50 per cent by the end of this week. Newham council is expected to give its approval for the airport to expand the number of routes from 80,000 to 120,000 per year.
- Zoom announces 2009 schedule expansion Zoom Airlines has announced its new schedule of flights for summer 2009. Routes from Manchester, UK will be expanded to include two non-stop weekly flights to Toronto in Canada. There will also be a fortnightly service to Vancouver in Canada from Manchester, while another route between Vancouver and Glasgow will also be introduced.
- Norwegian and Sterling join forces on Scandinavian routes Capacity for both Norwegian and Sterling on their new combined routes will total 31 per cent and 30 per cent respectively when operations begin, it has been revealed. Both carriers are set to combine cheap flights to Copenhagen, Demark from Oslo in Norway and Stockholm in Sweden from September 15th. However, they will continue to market, price and sell tickets for their flights independently.
Monday 28 July 2008
- Flybe increases capacity to counter Lufthansa strike action Flybe will be stepping up capacity levels to curb the impact of an industrial Lufthansa strike on flights to Germany from the UK. The airline will use larger aircraft on routes between Germany and UK airports at Birmingham, Southampton and Manchester. A strike by the Lufthansa Ground and Cabin Crew began on July 28th and is expected to last for up to two weeks, which could impact on passenger services.
- Transavia announce new Austria and Germany routes Routes from Brussels to Salzburg in Austria, Friedrichshafen in Germany and Rotterdam in Amsterdam have also been announced. Although not running until the winter season, passengers can book seats on these services immediately. Transavia's parent company KLM was recently embroiled in a dispute with Dutch authorities over the introduction of a new environmental tax.
- Germanwings announces new Sarajevo routes Germanwings will be launching a new direct flight from Sarajevo in Bosnia & Herzegovina to Cologne-Bonn, Germany in August. The new route will be launched as part of the airlines winter timetable for the 2008-09 season, beginning in mid-August. Another service from Stuttgart, Germany to Sarajevo has also been announced.
- Flybe goes from strength to strength Flybe is continuing to strengthen its position as one of Scotland's most successful carriers. The airline is set to introduce an additional 117 flights under its new Flybe connections package, allowing customers to consolidate separate bookings into one single transaction. Last year alone it boasted 21 domestic and European routes from airports across Scotland, including Aberdeen and Edinburgh.
- Ryanair urges reduced air traffic costs in Poland Ryanair airline has rallied the Polish government to reduce air traffic control costs so that it can introduce routes into the country. Its plea comes after the Polish air traffic control organisation amended its traffic charges, increasing costs for landing and take-off by 960 percent. Ryanair has therefore put negotiations of cheap flights to and from five of the country's cities on hold.
- Cheap flight short hops doing better than long-haul routes Airlines offering cheap flights are performing better than traditional airlines, according to new research. Figures from the Official Airline Guide (OAG) reveal that the capacity across low carrier routes has grown by 13 percent this month compared to July last year. Steve Casley, chief operating officer at the OAG, suggests that this is a bright spot in an otherwise gloomy picture across other parts of the airline industry.
Thursday 24 July 2008
- EU legislation for disabled air passengers A new EU directive has been introduced to ensure greater help for disabled passengers at all European airports. From July 26th airports must provide appropriate help for disabled passengers from arrival through to check-in and boarding.
- Thomsonfly to add four flights from Coventry Thomsonfly has announced plans to offer four new flights from Coventry. The carrier will introduce flights to Tunisia, Greece, Corfu and Menorca as part of its schedule for next summer, marking the first direct flights from Coventry to all four destinations.
- New Menorca flights from Blackpool Low-cost airline Jet2 has announced new cheap flights to Menorca from Blackpool. The carrier will offer flights to the popular holiday destination as part of its summer 2009 schedule. This will be the first time Jet2 has offered flights from Blackpool to Menorca with the new service due to complement existing flights to destinations in mainland Spain and the Canary Islands.
Wednesday 23 July 2008
- Security fast pass system at Bristol Bristol International Airport has announced the trial of a new fast-track security system for passengers. The Fly Thru service will allow travellers to pass through express security queues for a fee of £5. Bookings opened yesterday (July 22nd) and passengers taking flights from Bristol anytime after August 5th will be able to opt for a Fly Thru fast pass.
- Kiev welcomes another Middle Eastern connection Kiev Airport will welcome new flights to the Middle East next month with the arrival of Royal Jordanian Airlines. The carrier plans to launch two weekly nonstop flights from Kiev to Amman on August 17th.
- Ryanair launches Dublin to Kerry flights Low-cost airline Ryanair has launched new cheap flights from Dublin to the city of Kerry. The airline will run three daily flights from Dublin to Kerry, with chief executive Martin O'Leary suggesting that more cheap flights could be added at the airport if officials review route costs. Mr O'Leary said the costs passed onto airlines by Kerry Airport for flights from the city to Dublin are higher than on flights from Kerry to London.
Tuesday 22 July 2008
- Passengers favour regional airports, says Jet2 Low-cost carrier Jet2 has suggested that passengers in the UK are seeking out cheap flights from regional airports as a less-expensive alternative to flying from London. Figures from Jet2holidays.com have revealed an increase in the number of passengers flying from regional airports instead of Gatwick and Heathrow.
- SIA to add extra A380 flights to London Singapore Airlines has announced plans to add more flights from London Heathrow using the carrier's A380 aircraft. The international airline will increase the frequency of its existing flights from London to Singapore to allow more passengers to experience the luxury planes.
- Flybe announces new interline ticketing venture Low-cost airline Flybe has announced a new interline ticketing partnership with Hahn Air. The move will see Flybe passengers able to book cheap flights from the UK to 96 different countries.
Monday 21 July 2008
- Ryanair to add two new flights at Leeds Bradford Ryanair has announced two new cheap flights to Spain from Leeds Bradford International Airport. The airline will introduce new services to Girona and Alicante in October.
- Kiev flights from Air Arabia Middle Eastern carrier Air Arabia will launch flights to Kiev later this year. The airline will add flights to Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Ukraine in October. The new flights are part of Air Arabia's ongoing expansion in Eastern Europe with flights to Istanbul and Yerevan in Armenia already available.
Friday 18 July 2008
- Norwegian and Sterling join forces Sterling Airlines has entered into a joint agreement with Norwegian Air Shuttle for cooperation on flights from Copenhagen to Oslo and Stockholm. From September 15th, the two airlines will operate a codeshare agreement on cheap flights from Oslo to Copenhagen and from Stockholm to Copenhagen. This agreement will be extended in October to include flights to international destinations from Oslo and Stockholm.
- New easyJet flights at Gatwick Cheap flights airline easyJet has announced a new route from London Gatwick to the Swiss city of Basel. The carrier launched flights to Basel from London this week as part of expansion plans at both Gatwick and London Luton.
Thursday 17 July 2008
- Stansted gains new Istanbul flights Turkish airline Pegasus is to launch new flights to Istanbul from London Stansted later this year. The carrier will add an extra weekly flight to Istanbul, as well as a fourth weekly flight from London to Ercan in Cyprus. From September Pegasus will run one extra weekly flight to each of the new destinations, with frequencies due to increase to twice a week in October.
- Austrian Airlines reveals new premium service Austrian Airlines has launched a new premium service for passengers travelling on flights to the Middle East. The Vienna-based carrier launched its first flights with the new seating class earlier this week and will offer customers enhanced seats and entertainment options on all flights to Damascus, Syria and Astana, Kazakhstan.
- Glasgow Airport on countdown to skyhub Glasgow Airport has started the 100-day countdown to the opening of its new skyhub extension. The £31 million project is due to open in October and marks the single largest investment in Glasgow Airport for the past 15 years. Featuring a state-of-the art security screening area and a series of new shops and restaurants, the skyhub extension will open in phases.
Wednesday 16 July 2008
- New Finland flights from airBaltic Latvia-based airline airBaltic is to launch cheap flights from Riga to Tampere in Finland. The largest carrier in the Baltic region will operate two flights a day from the Latvian capital to the Finnish city from October 1st. This will take the number of flights to Finland in the airBaltic network up to four. The carrier already offers services to Helsinki, Oulu and Kuopio.
- Arik Air to launch Lagos flights from London Nigerian carrier Arik Air has been granted approval to launch flights to London from its base in Lagos. The service would allow passengers in the UK to take direct flights from Heathrow to the African city. Arik Air has been granted much-coveted landing slots as the busy UK airport and will operate four flights a week between London and Lagos.
- Newcastle Airport pilots new shopping procedure A new shopping initiative has been introduced at Newcastle International Airport as part of a nationwide pilot scheme. Newcastle, Manchester International and East Midlands Airport will all trial new Biza stores. The retail outlet at Newcastle took 12 months to complete and replaces the Alpha Airport Shopping store and will stock alcohol, tobacco and luxury goods at duty-free prices.
Tuesday 15 July 2008
- BAA reveals surge in long-haul flights There has been an increase in the number of people taking long-haul flights from the UK over the past year, new figures suggest. According to the latest statistics from BAA, some 70.4 million passengers passed through its seven UK airports between June 2007 and June 2008.
- easyJet adds Helsinki flights New cheap flights to Finland have been announced by low-cost carrier easyJet. The airline plans to launch flights to Helsinki from Gatwick Airport later this year. Flights to Finland will start in November and operate on a daily basis between the London terminal and Helsinki-Vantaa airport.
- Air Berlin to test new flight navigation system German carrier Air Berlin has announced plans to test a new satellite navigation system on board select flights. The airline has been granted approval from the Federal Air Transport Authority to carry out test flights using the Ground Based Augmentation System (GBAS).
Monday 14 July 2008
- Hong Kong International named world's best airport Hong Kong International Airport has been named the best airport in the world by passengers. In the latest World Airport Awards survey – which quizzed 8.2 million passengers over a period of ten months – Hong Kong International beat off competition from last year's winner Singapore Changi Airport.
- Virgin Atlantic adds new Jamaican flights for Christmas Virgin Atlantic is to operate extra flights to Montego Bay over the Christmas period. The international airline has announced that it will add five return flights from London to Jamaica to cater to passenger demand.
- Wizz Air Ukraine launches with flights to Simferopol New cheap flights airline Wizz Air Ukraine officially launched this weekend with flights from its Kiev base to Simferopol. The airline is a subsidiary of Polish cheap flights carrier Wizz Air and is the first ever low-cost flight operator in Ukraine.
Friday 11 July 2008
- Plans revealed for Cardiff Airport improvements The Welsh Assembly Government has announced plans to improve access to Cardiff International Airport. Following a poll in which 90 per cent of airport users rated transport options to the airport as "inadequate", officials have revealed a blueprint to improve facilities.
- Vladivostok Air starts Russian flights to Alaska Russian airline Vladivostok Air has announced the launch of new charter flights to Alaska. The carrier – which operates out of the eastern Russian city of Vladivostok – will run two weekly flights to Anchorage for the summer.
Thursday 10 July 2008
- TAP launches Casablanca flights Portuguese airline TAP is to offer cheap flights to Morocco this winter. The carrier will launch flights from Lisbon to Casablanca in October, taking the number of African destinations served by TAP up to nine.
- Sterling launches flights to Naples Scandinavian cheap flights airline Sterling has announced the launch of two new routes to Naples. The Italian city is the latest destination to be added to the carrier's network, with plans already announced to launch more flights to Italy.
Wednesday 9 July 2008
- Heathrow welcomes Star Alliance lounge The Star Alliance group of airlines has opened a new lounge in Terminal 1 at London Heathrow Airport. Situated in the international departures area, the new facility will be open to first and business-class passengers, as well as invited guests and Star Alliance Gold Car holders flying from Terminal 1 with any member airline.
- Manchester gains easyJet flights to Geneva and Sofia Cheap flights airline easyJet has announced two new routes from Manchester International Airport. The carrier will add flights to Geneva and flights to Sofia in December to cater to holidaymakers heading to Europe on ski trips.
- New winter flights from bmibaby Low-cost carrier bmibaby has announced the second stage of its winter flights schedule with new services from Birmingham, Cardiff, East Midlands and Manchester. The airline will add new flights to Barcelona, Krakow, Milan Bergamo and Warsaw in October.
Tuesday 8 July 2008
- JAT Airways relaunches flights to Croatia Serbian flag carrier JAT Airways has introduced flights to Croatia for the first time in 17 years. The airline will offer flights to Pula from Belgrade until August 21st this year, marking the return of a service which was discontinued in 1991.
- KD Avia to keep Gatwick-Kaliningrad flights Russian airline KD Avia has announced that flights to Kaliningrad from London Gatwick will run over the winter period. Despite making cut backs to offset the increased cost of fuel, the carrier is still seeking to expand its operations.
- Skyscanner role model for European travel search say Etrip In a recent article “What’s going on with European travel mediators?” posted on Etrip’s Travel Blog, Skyscanner has been lauded as a role model for European travel search. Of course, here at Skyscanner HQ, this is something we already knew, but it’s nice to see it being reported and backed up with the relevant data, all the same.
Monday 7 July 2008
- Air Berlin adds Cyprus flights German carrier Air Berlin has announced new flights to Paphos in Cyprus from its Nuremberg base. The airline will add cheap flights to Paphos in November as part of its winter schedule.
- New Biarritz flights at Gatwick from easyJet Cheap flights airline easyJet has announced the launch of new services to Biarritz from Gatwick. The flights from London to France took off on Friday and will operate four times a week. It is hoped the new route will provide low-cost access to the Basque County for passengers, making it easier to take short breaks on the Atlantic Coast.
- SkyEurope's cheap flights go all inclusive Central European low-cost carrier SkyEurope will include all taxes and fares in the price of its cheap flights from today (July 7th). The airline will operate all-inclusive pricing in advertising campaigns and via its online booking facilities.
Friday 4 July 2008
- BA launches new Cyprus flights British Airways (BA) has launched new flights to Paphos in Cyprus. This is the first time the carrier has offered flights from the UK to the western part of the island nation. BA expects the route to prove popular with tourists, as well as British ex-pats living in Paphos.
- Stansted opens terminal extension Stansted Airport has opened the first phase of its £50 million terminal refurbishment and extension programme. The extension will add nearly 6,000 square metres of space for arriving passengers, including a sixth baggage reclaim belt and extra desk space for immigration control managed by the UK Border Agency.
Thursday 3 July 2008
- Jet2 adds new summer flights from Belfast Cheap flights airline Jet2 has announced two new destinations from Belfast International Airport for next summer. The carrier will add flights to Jersey and flights to Menorca from the Northern Ireland terminal as part of its summer schedule.
- BA acquires L'Avion British Airways (BA) is to purchase the privately-owned French carrier L'Avion for £54 million. The deal is expected to be complete by the end of this month when BA will merge L'Avion with is new subsidiary OpenSkies. The combined airline will operate three daily flights from Paris to New York. Flights will run from Paris Orly Airport to both Newark and JFK in New York.
Wednesday 2 July 2008
- Exeter Airport reveals expansion plan Exeter International Airport has revealed its Draft Master Plan for future expansion. As part of its vision to become "the airport of choice for the south-west", the terminal plans to extend its current relationship with cheap flights airline Flybe and add several new routes over the coming years.
- Air One adds new flights to Greece Italian airline Air One has started new cheap flights to Greece from its base at Milan Malpensa. The carrier will run two daily direct flights to Athens from Milan, with one flight to Thessaloniki running from the Italian capital.
Tuesday 1 July 2008
- More Saudi flights planned by bmi Following bilateral talks between the UK and Saudi Arabian government, bmi has announced plans to increase the number of flights it offers to the Middle Eastern country. The carrier currently offers flights from London to Riyadh, Jeddah and Damman, but will look to increase its presence on these routes in the coming months.
- Clickair's Vigo flights takeoff Spanish cheap flights airline clickair has launched new flights to Vigo in northern Spain from London Gatwick. This will be the first direct link between London and the Spanish destination, with flights due to run three times a week.
- Virgin Atlantic promotes online check-in Virgin Atlantic has announced plans to encourage more passengers to use its online check-in facilities. The carrier will offer passengers a £10 discount on onboard purchases if checking in online for flights from Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester.
Monday 30 June 2008
- Ryanair switches Bremen for Bari Low-cost airline Ryanair has announced a new cheap flight to Malta from the Italian city of Bari which will replace the current service to the island from Bremen, Germany. The new flight will start in October, chief operating officer Michael Cawley revealed.
- Blue Islands adds new Guernsey flights Extra flights to Guernsey from Southampton Airport will be launched by carrier Blue Islands next month. The Channel Islands-based airline will add six return flights a week between the two destinations, following increased demand from passengers.
- Air One starts Boston flights Italian cheap flights airline Air One has started flights to Boston from Milan Malpensa Airport. The low-cost carrier announced in May that it would launch its first intercontinental flights to Boston and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport this summer.
- Jet2 beats off low-cost rivals A new poll has rated low-cost carrier Jet2 the best 'no-frills' airline for customer service. The study by consumer group Which? found the airline, which offers cheap flights to Europe from a number of airports in the north of England, performed better than rivals easyJet and Ryanair for customer service.
- BMI adds flights to Copenhagen Bmi regional has announced plans to add a new flight from Edinburgh to Copenhagen next month. The new return service will start on July 21st and operate alongside two existing bmi flights to Copenhagen from the Scottish capital.
- New rail station for Robin Hood Airport Robin Hood Airport has been granted planning permission to build a new rail station. Doncaster Council's planning committee has approved proposals for a new two-platform station on the Doncaster to Lincoln train line.
Thursday 26 June 2008
- Sterling plans Lisbon and Milan flights Scandinavian carrier Sterling Airlines has announced two new flights to Lisbon and Milan as part of its winter schedule. The airline will add flights from its base at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to the Italian city in October, and flights from Copenhagen to Lisbon in February.
- New Milan-Stockholm flights from easyJet Stockholm-Arlanda Airport will welcome the arrival of easyJet flights in October. The low-cost carrier is to add cheap flights from Milan-Malepensa to Stockholm as part of its ongoing expansion plans at the Italian airport.
Wednesday 25 June 2008
- Ryanair adds Prague flights at Birmingham Ryanair has announced new flights to Prague from Birmingham International Airport. The airline will launch the new route in October, to coincide with the introduction of nine other new flights at Birmingham.
- Manchester named best airport in Europe Manchester Airport has been named the best airport in Europe. The north-west terminal picked up the Best Airport Award 2008 at the recent Airports Council International (ACI) event in Paris.
Tuesday 24 June 2008
- Work begins on £45 million Birmingham extension Construction has started on a £45 million expansion plan at Birmingham International Airport. The new International Pier will replace the current Terminal One building and has been designed to accommodate mode modern aircraft.
- New security system at Charles de Gaulle A state-of-the-art video security system has been rolled out at the new Galerie Parisienne terminal at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. Designed to improve passenger safety, the IP video solution was developed for the Aeroports de Paris Group by Verint.
- Air One prepares for launch of US flights Italian carrier Air One is preparing for the launch of cheap flights to Chicago and Boston from its base at Milan Malpensa. The airline will launch flights from Milan to Boston Logan International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport later this week.
Monday 23 June 2008
- JAL plans Asia's first biofuel flight Japan Airlines (JAL) is to help the aviation industry in the development of a sustainable alternative to traditional aircraft fuel. The airline will Launch Asia's first commercial biofuel flight later this year in collaboration with Boeing and aircraft engine firm Pratt & Whitney.
- New flights to the Maldives from Sri Lankan Airlines Sri Lankan Airlines is to add direct flights to the Maldives from London Heathrow later this year. The international carrier will launch four weekly flights to Male in October, with two of the new services set to be direct connections.
- TUI acquires low-cost Moroccan carrier Airline group TUI has increased its stake in low-cost Moroccan carrier Jet4you.
Friday 20 June 2008
- OpenSkies takes-off with Paris-New York flights British Airways subsidiary OpenSkies launched its first flight from Paris to New York this week.
- Milan Malpensa expansion from easyJet Low-cost carrier easyJet has announced expansion plans at Milan Malpensa Airport which will see the introduction of new flights to several cities in Europe.
- Ryanair launches new flights to Poland Ryanair has announced the introduction of three cheap flights to Poland from its base at Ireland's Shannon Airport.
Thursday 19 June 2008
- Ryanair to offer flight tracking service Ryanair has announced a new flight tracking service, which will offer customers text message updates.
- New flights at Budapest Airport Budapest Airport is to welcome several flights this summer, with new routes from a series of low-cost carriers.
- Air Berlin announces efficiency plan Air Berlin has announced changes to its winter flight schedule as part of plans to cut the rising cost of fuel.
Wednesday 18 June 2008
- Qantas plans Airbus A380 for Heathrow flights Australian carrier Qantas is to start flights from London Heathrow to Sydney using a new A380 superjumbo.
- Islamabad flights at Leeds Bradford Airport Direct flights to Islamabad will soon be available from Leeds Bradford International Airport.
- Etihad adds flights to Minsk Gulf carrier Etihad has announced plans to introduce flights to Belarus from Abu Dhabi.
Tuesday 17 June 2008
- Thomsonfly merges with First Choice Airways Low-cost holiday carriers Thomsonfly and First Choice Airways are to operate as one brand from next May.
- Air Berlin adds new Florida flights German carrier Air Berlin is to start new flights to Florida from its base at Dusseldorf.
Monday 16 June 2008
- Lufthansa launches three new summer routes Lufthansa has launched three new flights as part of its summer schedule for 2008
- Wizz adds cheap flights to Dortmund Wizz Air has announced plans to introduce a new cheap flight to Dortmund in Germany, from its Budapest base in October.
- Birmingham becomes Ryanair's latest base Birmingham International Airport will become Ryanair's latest European base.
Friday 13 June 2008
- Virgin adds flights to Hong Kong Virgin Atlantic is to add a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Hong Kong.
- Thomsonfly voted best for Tenerife flights Low-cost airline Thomsonfly has been voted the most popular carrier for flights to Tenerife.
- Russian flights for winter from Air Berlin Air Berlin has revealed that flights to Russia will form a key part of its winter schedule for 2008.
Thursday 12 June 2008
- Etihad signs codeshare with India's Jet United Arab Emirates flag carrier Etihad has singed a new codeshare agreement with India's Jet Airways.
- Manchester celebrates 70-year anniversary Manchester Airport will celebrate 70 years of service later this month.
- Air Southwest switches ski destination Air Southwest has announced that its cheap flights for the winter ski season will land in Grenoble and not in Chambery as originally planned.
Wednesday 11 June 2008
- Jet2 airline launches flights to Egypt North-west based Jet2 airline is to offer cheap flights to Egypt from Manchester and Leeds Bradford.
- New Dubrovnik flights from Flyglobespan Air passengers in Scotland will soon be able to enjoy cheap flights to Croatia with the arrival of a new service from Flyglobespan airline.
- Gatwick security queues 'the shortest' Gatwick Airport has the shortest queues at security of the ten busiest airports in Europe, according to the results of a new poll.
Tuesday 10 June 2008
- Wizz Air launches flights from Warsaw to Rome Wizz Air will introduce cheap flights to Rome Ciampino Airport from Warsaw in September.
- Air Berlin doubles flights to Copenhagen and Helsinki Air Berlin has announced that it will double the number of flights to Copenhagen and Helsinki from Germany as part of its winter schedule.
- EasyJet named best budget airline UK-based low cost carrier easyJet has been named the best budget airline.
Monday 9 June 2008
- Jet Airways and Air New Zealand battle Bournemouth underdog for best airline Bournemouth Airport based airline Palmair is the smallest carrier to be nominated for an industry-wide award.
- New flights to Paris from Air Berlin Air Berlin will launch new flights to Paris from its German base later this year.
- Blu-express adds new Rome route Low cost Italian carrier Blue-Express has announced a new domestic flight from Rome to Pantelleria.
Friday 6 June 2008
- 12 new routes for UK in Ryanair's biggest ever expansion Low-cost airline Ryanair has announced that it will be offering more cheap flights from several UK airports to a range of European destinations.
- New HM Revenue & Customs podcast informs travellers A new podcast has been launched by the government to brief travellers on what they can and can't bring on flights to the UK.
- Most Popular Stag Cities Revealed: Amsterdam and Bratislava top favourites Amsterdam tops the list of European cities favoured by stag groups, as cheap flights and the cost of accommodation are key factors in choosing where to go.
Thursday 5 June 2008
- Serbian national airline to be privatised Serbia has decided to privatise its national airline, JAT Airways, over the course of the summer.
- Budget airline to begin Ukraine flights Hungarian airline Wizz Air, which offers cheap flights within Europe, will start operating on domestic routes in Ukraine.
- Russian airline announces new flights to UK KD Avia has announced that it will begin new cheap flights from London Gatwick and Yekaterinburg in central Russia.
Wednesday 4 June 2008
- Aeroflot opens express passenger service Aeroflot airline has introduced a shuttle service for passengers flying on the Moscow-St Petersburg-Moscow route.
- British Airways moves more flights to T5 British Airways is to transfer another group of its long-haul flights to terminal five (T5) tomorrow (June 5th).
- Air Malta to increase fuel surcharges Air Malta airline has announced that due to rising fuel prices it has increased fuel charges for both long-haul and short-haul cheap flights.
Tuesday 3 June 2008
- Delta Air Lines launches a new route from Atlanta to Stockholm Passengers looking for cheap flights from America to Sweden now have a new option with the launch of Delta airline flights between Atlanta and Stockholm.
- JAL code share adds London Manchester connecting flights Japan Airlines has announced a new code share agreement with British Airways that will offer twice-daily connections between Manchester and London Heathrow for passengers that have booked cheap flights from Tokyo and Osaka.
- Ryanair vows not to pass on high fuel costs to passengers Ryanair airline has announced that it will not pass on the rising costs of fuel to its passengers.
Monday 2 June 2008
- Come to Korea: Finnair begins non-stop flights to Seoul Finnair airline has today launched a new direct flight to Seoul, the South Korean capital, from Helsinki-Vantaa airport in Finland.
- Goodbye Paper: IATA celebrates 100% electronic ticketing From a cheap flight to Rome to first class tickets and city breaks in Madrid, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that the entire airline market has now moved over to 100 per cent electronic ticketing.
- Air Arabia reaches 40 route landmark Air Arabia is continuing to expand consistently and now has almost 14 aircraft flying on 40 routes.
Friday 30 May 2008
- Malev Hungarian Airlines increases baggage allowance Malev Hungarian Airlines has increased the baggage allowance for bags loaded into the hold by 3kg.
- Sterling Airlines adds 27 new connecting flights Danish low-cost carrier Sterling Airlines has announced the further expansion of its 'Sterling Connect' service with the addition of 27 new connecting flights.
- Ryanair announces 14 new routes Europe's largest low - fares airline, Ryanair, has announced 14 new routes across Europe to be launched in October 2008.
Thursday 29 May 2008
- Eastern Airlines terminal switch Regional airline Eastern Airways has announced that it will permanently switch all its flights at Birmingham International Airport to Terminal 1 from Terminal 2.
- Daily Durban flights from Emirates Emirates Airline has announced a new route to the South African city of Durban from its Dubai base.
- Jet2 expands upgrade service Low-cost carrier Jet2 has revealed that its premium upgrade service will soon be available on all flights from the UK.
Wednesday 28 May 2008
- Ryanair adds new route to Germany Low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced a new service from London Stansted Airport to the German city of Zweibrucken.
- New transfer service for Wizz passengers Passengers taking Wizz Air flights to Bucharest will be able...
- Text message boarding passes from bmi Paper boarding passes could become a thing of the past after bmi became the first UK carrier to trial a new text-message boarding card system.
Tuesday 27 May 2008
- Zoom adds new route from Gatwick Canadian carrier Zoom has announced a new flight from Gatwick to the city of Winnipeg.
- Estonian Air boosts Tallinn-Stockholm service Estonian Air has announced plans to increase the number of flights from Tallinn to Stockholm following the decision from SAS to discontinue the route.
- TAP to add Bissau service Portuguese flag carrier TAP has announced plans to launch twice-weekly flights to Bissau in west Africa.
Friday 23 May 2008
- MyAir adds Ibiza flights Italian carrier MyAir has announced two new routes to the Balearic island of Ibiza.
- New flights to Sochi from airBaltic Latvian carrier airBaltic has announced a new flight from Riga...
- Aer Lingus adds winter flights from Cork Irish carrier Aer Lingus has announced its winter service at...
Thursday 22 May 2008
- American Airlines announces check bag charges American Airlines has announced plans to charge passengers $15 (£7.60)...
- Manchester expansion for bmibaby Low-cost carrier bmibaby has announced plans to expand operations at...
- BA plans revamp at JFK British Airways has announced plans to upgrade its facilities at...
- New flights to Nantes from Gatwick with easyJet Brits will now find travelling from London to Nantes in...
Wednesday 21 May 2008
- Wizz Air adds Warsaw service from Cork Wizz Air has announced its third Polish route from Ireland's...
- Smart Wings adds Greek services for summer Low-cost Czech airline Smart Wings has announced its summer schedule...
- Revamped Terminal 1 check-in at Manchester Manchester Airport has announced details of changes to the check-in...
- New boarding policy from Ryanair Ryanair has announced a new priority boarding policy which will...
Tuesday 20 May 2008
- Air Europa adds new Gatwick flights for long-haul connections Air Europa is to offer new flights from Gatwick to...
- Sterling switches terminals at Arlanda Airport Scandinavian airline Sterling has announced plans to move all...
- India's Jet marks codeshare with United Indian carrier Jet Airways has signed a new codeshare agreement...
Monday 19 May 2008
- Flybe announces interline ticketing partnerships Low-cost carrier Flybe has announced a new interline e-ticketing partnership...
- BA website voted best performing British Airways (BA) has been named as the airline with...
- EasyJet reveals new Newcastle route Passengers travelling from Newcastle will be able to take advantage...
- OpenSkies gains US approval British Airways subsidiary OpenSkies has been granted official approval from...
Friday 16 May 2008
- Air One announces Boston and Chicago flights Italian airline Air One has announced plans to start services...
- Jet2 adds new ski route from Blackpool Low-cost carrier Jet2 has announced its winter schedule for this...
Thursday 15 May 2008
- Jetstar launches site dedicated to family travel Low cost Australian based airline Jetstar has announced the launch of...
- Scandinavian travellers get routes boost with Sterling and Centralwings Scandinavian travellers now have new destination options following announcements by Polish...
- Ryanair passengers travelling to Spain asked for extra info From June 1st 2008, all passengers flying with Ryanair to...
Wednesday 14 May 2008
- LOT Polish Airlines completes Warsaw move LOT Polish Airlines has announced the completion of its relocation...
- Ryanair announces Manchester-Frankfurt service Low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced its latest new route from...
- Two new European routes for Stansted Stansted Airport is to welcome two new routes to Europe...
Tuesday 13 May 2008
- Zoom ups Europe-Canada flights As part of expansion plans for the summer, Canada-based low-cost...
- BA confirms date for T5 move British Airways has revealed that the first phase of moving...
Monday 12 May 2008
- Aer Arann announces new flights to Spain and Portugal Twice-weekly flights to Malaga and Faro from Galway and Waterford...
- OpenSkies to fly to New York from Orly British Airways subsidiary OpenSkies will begin transatlantic flights between Paris...
- Aer Lingus announces Munich, Milan and Lanzarote flights Aer Lingus has announced the introduction of three new rotes...
Friday 9 May 2008
- Euromanx succumbs to fuel price pressures Manx2 and Flybe have stepped in to help passengers following...
- Thomas Cook announces new Birmingham routes Travellers from Birmingham International Airport can now choose to jet...
- Jet2 launches New York service from Leeds Bradford Low-cost carrier Jet2.com and Jet2holidays.com are offering transatlantic flights to...
- EU reports progress on price transparency Half of all airline websites with transparency and pricing issues...
Thursday 8 May 2008
- Flybe adds Guernsey to Paris service Flybe has announced a new route from Guernsey to Charles...
- Southwest updates blog US carrier Southwest Airlines has announced a raft of improvements...
Wednesday 7 May 2008
- Aer Lingus to increase baggage fees Aer Lingus is the latest carrier to announce changes to...
- Smart Wings to add Budapest-Dubai service Low-cost Czech airline Smart Wings is to add direct flights...
Tuesday 6 May 2008
- Thomas Cook Airlines takes off at Leeds Bradford Thomas Cook Airlines has announced a new base at Leeds...
- New Malta flights from Norwegian and Volareweb Two airlines have added new services to the popular holiday...
- Air Berlin switches Milan destination Air Berlin has announced that from June 16th passengers heading...
Friday 2 May 2008
- New Marseille flights from Birmingham Ryanair has added a new service from Birmingham International Airport...
- Jet2 launches first flight in Leeds Bradford expansion Low-cost carrier Jet2 has launched the first of eight new...
- Germanwings and clickair in joint agreement Spanish airline clickair and German carrier Germanwings have announced a...
Thursday 1 May 2008
- Further consolidation afoot Consolidation in the US airline industry could be heading to...
- Monarch reveals full winter schedule Low-cost airline Monarch has announced details of its winter 2008/09...
- Air Berlin adds Dusseldorf-China flights German carrier Air Berlin has announced the launch of two...
Wednesday 30 April 2008
- New Manchester-Spain service from easyJet Low-cost carrier easyJet has announced its first new route from...
- BA extends India network British Airways has announced flights to a new destination in...
- New Newcastle flights from Air Southwest Air Southwest has launched its first flights to Newquay and...
- New agreement to see more flights to Australia Passengers could soon see an increase in the number of...
Tuesday 29 April 2008
- Ryanair baggage and check-in fees to rise Low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced planned changes to its current...
- BA adds new London City services CityFlyer, the British Airways (BA) subsidiary, is to add new...
- American Express develops online travel community and trend tracker American Express has launched a new website for customers to...
- Silverjet steps in for Eos passengers All business-class carrier Silverjet has announced a seat deal to...
Friday 25 April 2008
- LTE Norwich-Alicante route announced Iberian carrier LTE International has good news for travellers from...
- Lufthansa launches complete mobile flight services German carrier Lufthansa has raised the stakes in mobile air...
- EasyJet and BA 'lead the way' on bookings efficiency Budget airline easyJet has been named the top website for...
Thursday 24 April 2008
- Security search going virtual at JFK and LAX A trial in 'virtual strip search' scanning is being rolled...
- Clickair goes Galician from Gatwick Spanish budget airline Clickair has announced a new London Gatwick...
- Budget airlines ramp up French connections France has seen its status cemented as a popular flight...
Wednesday 23 April 2008
- IATA: Single European sky is climate change solution A leading aviation body has thrown its backing behind the...
- 'New generation' of travel services beckon for mobile surfers The travel industry has been tipped as an area of...
- Jet2.com primes party island routes Low cost airline Jet2.com has launched a pair of new...
Tuesday 22 April 2008
- Comparative carbon costing tool is launched A new tool has been launched offering travel agents and...
- Monarch makes Manchester rock of Gibraltar services Specialist Iberian flight provider Monarch has cemented its position as...
Monday 21 April 2008
- Industry 'tackling' transfer baggage handling problems but 'needs RFID' Mislaid suitcases at Heathrow's Terminal 5 opening have dominated recent...
- Flybe is 'biggest German grower' Low cost carrier Flybe has been identified as the fastest...
- Bristol boosts passenger numbers An increase in low cost and charter capacity at west...
Friday 18 April 2008
- Shuttle service widens Ryanair bookings scope Leading low cost airline Ryanair has entered into a new...
- Middle East is 'travel industry's greatest asset' A series of developments over recent months have made the...
- ExperienceFinder primes pro-active travel search model Holiday group Travelocity has been awarded the Innovator of the...
Thursday 17 April 2008
- Air Berlin rings boarding and seat reservation to mobiles German carrier Air Berlin has announced that it will launch...
- Teeside increases passengers while Tyneside takes on Scandinavian routes The north-east of England is spearheading the UK's regional air...
- Flyglobespan launches second Egypt route Scottish budget airline Flyglobespan has started selling tickets for its...
Wednesday 16 April 2008
- Hi-tech tailored travel guidebook service launched Avid travellers are now being offered a product that allows...
- Delta-Northwest tie-up takes shape A preliminary agreement is now in place for a long-awaited...
- Safety in numbers for cost-conscious carriers? Consolidation is the word of the day in the aviation...
- AirBaltic expands services across the board Latvian carrier airBaltic has launched a series of new flights...
Tuesday 15 April 2008
- Stansted crowned king of low cost travel Britain's third busiest hub, Stansted Airport, has been named Europe's...
- Revamp to give easyJet travellers trip ideas Air travel bookers are demanding increasingly smart web options –...
- bmi braves barcode booking and boarding in Belfast Belfast City Airport and leading UK airline bmi are set to...
Monday 14 April 2008
- BA confirms T4 to T5 long-haul transfer delay British Airways (BA) has confirmed that the services it had...
- Iceland Express adds Gatwick to Stansted services Icelandic low-cost airline Iceland Express is launching flights from Reykjavik...
- Virgin America, Air Tran join second bag surchargers A host of airlines have announced plans to ramp up...
Friday 11 April 2008
- Clickair invites passengers to click twice Spanish budget airline Clickair has launched an online multi-reservation initiative...
- United codeshare helps Aer Lingus break America Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus has ramped up its stateside...
- Edinburgh international passenger numbers 'booming' Edinburgh has once again cemented its position as Scotland's airport...
Thursday 10 April 2008
- Kingfisher opens new Indian services Indian airline Kingfisher has launched a host of new internal...
- Cathay steps into Oasis' shoes Cathay Pacific and Air Canada have announced their intentions to...
- Zoom will give Gatwick maiden Guyana route Budget carrier Zoom Airlines is to provide the first direct...
Wednesday 9 April 2008
- SkyEurope leads LCCs on e-ticketing transition Central European carrier SkyEurope Airlines has become the first low...
- VLM's Amsterdam-London City service 'slicker' than rivals VLM Airlines and London City Airport have been given a...
Tuesday 8 April 2008
- Silverjet launches first UK mobile airline website Business class airline Silverjet has become the first carrier to...
- New baggage tracking system to be unveiled Technology giant Siemens will be revealing a new baggage system...
- EU officials give green light to in-flight calls Passengers across Europe look set to benefit now that officials...
Monday 7 April 2008
- 12% rise in passenger numbers at Robin Hood airport A tough economic climate has done little to dissuade holidaymakers...
- Traffic figures up for Air France France's biggest airline is continuing to see success, particularly with...
- Lyon Saint-Exupery welcomes easyJet Low-cost carrier easyJet has unveiled its new base at Lyon...
Friday 4 April 2008
- Yahoo launches new flight search technology Finding flights online just got that bit easier as search...
- Airports urged to be fairer with baggage charges The Trading Standards Institute (TSI) is calling on airports across...
Thursday 3 April 2008
- Britain's airport traffic 'booming' Airports across the country are seeing increased amounts of traffic...
- Russian Aeroflot re-considers Alitalia bid Russia's flag carrier Aeroflot has expressed continued interest in bidding...
Wednesday 2 April 2008
- US flyers offered targeted travel nudge US travellers are finding options for booking flights presented to...
- Bmibaby puts Cardiff at crux of summer surge Low cost airline bmibaby has launched a spate of new...
- Frills cast aside as easyJet integrates GB Airways Former British Airways (BA) franchise partner GB Airways has now...
Tuesday 1 April 2008
- Green Travel Hub 'offsets' flight bookings Online travel agent (OTA) Rezhub.com has launched a new Green...
- Flybe and easyJet bolster north-west hubs Two of Britain's leading low-cost airlines are this week launching...
Monday 31 March 2008
- Open Skies fuels V Australia's trans-Pacific plans Virgin Blue offshoot V Australia has become the first antipodean...
- Council green light brings Carlisle Airport closer A provisional green light has been given to developers for...
- BAA 'wants fingerprinting at all airports' Reports claim that BAA is ready to resurrect its bid...
- Open Skies opens new chapter in transatlantic competition A historic corner has been turned in transatlantic aviation, with...
Friday 28 March 2008
- BA introduces free Wi-Fi to airport lounges Premium customers with British Airways (BA) will now be able...
- Budget airlines lobby EU for Single European Sky A group of low cost airlines have come together to...
- Alitalia's loss is Air One's gain at Malpensa Alitalia's main domestic rival Air One has announced its intentions...
- T5 cancellations 'will continue today' Heathrow's new Terminal 5 experienced considerable teething problems on its opening day – and passengers are now being informed that further flights could be subject to delays and cancellations.
Thursday 27 March 2008
- Opodo trumps airline websites on usability A new study has named online travel agent (OTA) Opodo...
- Gatwick lifts one carry-on restriction Passengers from Gatwick Airport will now be allowed to carry...
- T5 welcomes first flights and soaring expectations Heathrow's long-anticipated Terminal 5 has opened to passengers today, welcoming...
- UK readied for on-board mobile phone phase-in Mobile phone usage during flights could soon be a reality...
Wednesday 26 March 2008
- BMI, Ryanair topping UK punctuality tables Results published by air travel data specialist FlightOnTime.info have proved...
- Station plans widen Glasgow Skyhub scope Glasgow Airport's high profile overhaul has taken another step forward,...
- Cleartrip.com embraces international credit card customers A leading Asian online travel agent (OTA) has launched a...
Tuesday 25 March 2008
- American Airlines targets Facebook's frequent flyers American Airlines has become the first major airline to access...
- Air China prepares Olympian reorganisation at Beijing's Terminal 3 Preparations for the Beijing Olympics this summer are fully underway...
- Open Skies: new choices for passengers and challenges for Heathrow Open Skies will bring about a sea-change in transatlantic travel,...
Thursday 20 March 2008
- Continental pressing on with electronic boarding trial The first US airline to trial electronic boarding passes is...
- New search engine goes visual A new search engine has been launched in private beta...
- Ryanair seeks French revolution with first domestic flights Ryanair has launched into unknown territory with plans for domestic...
Wednesday 19 March 2008
- Emirates eyes Middle Eastern LCC Emirates has announced plans to launch a low cost carrier...
Tuesday 18 March 2008
- VRG seeks Sabre Solutions connectivity Brazilian airline VRG has taken a further step toward integrating...
- GDS' must adapt to LCC and legacy carrier Asian innovation Low cost airlines and more established 'legacy carriers' are catering...
Monday 17 March 2008
- Airlines 'must pay' for cancellations Passenger power has been given a boost by indications that...
- Open Skies in doubt as EU takes hardline over US emissions The EU has taken a hardline stance on carbon emissions,...
- A380 Superjumbo heads for Heathrow Heathrow Airport will be the destination for the first European...
Saturday 15 March 2008
- Airbus: Russia leading aircraft demand Russia will require nearly 1,000 new planes over the next...
- Google search within search 'could affect travel industry' A new 'search within a search' tool has been launched...
- Continental biofuel plans take fight to carbon emissions Continental Airlines is set to follow in the footsteps of...
Friday 14 March 2008
- Speedy Boarding cards for easyJet frequent flyers Regular passengers on budget airline easyJet have been offered a...
- Airlines appeal Heathrow and Gatwick landing charges Widespread anger has been sparked in the air travel industry...
- Emirates ups stakes in luxury travel Dubai-based carrier Emirates has harnessed a trend in luxury air...
- China Southern heads for London China Southern Airlines has announced plans to introduce new direct...
- Lufthansa predicts massive growth German airline Lufthansa has forecast that 2008 will be a...
- Stansted reveals expansion plans Stansted Airport in Essex has unveiled expansion plans which would...
Wednesday 12 March 2008
- Travelport appoints new chief marketing officer Global travel group Travelport Limited has announced the appointment of...
- Air France-KLM announces conditional bid for Alitalia Air France-KLM has confirmed that it will go ahead and...
- Travel firm launches new online community Flight Centre has launched a new Web 2.0 online community...
Monday 10 March 2008
- New 'strip search technology' developed Security checks at UK airports could become more efficient with...
- Lufthansa could acquire AUA following policy change German airline Deutsche Lufthansa AG could go forward with a...
- Travelport improves web itinerary tool Global Distribution Systems (GDS) Travelport has improved its online itinerary...
Friday 7 March 2008
- Expedia harnesses Indian travel boom India is fast becoming a central location in the travel...
- Singapore joins low cost terminal trend Plans are in place for a huge expansion project to...
Thursday 6 March 2008
- Social networking 'can launch wide travel dialogue' The importance of social networking as an outlet for the...
- Punctual US airlines fly through the storms America's leading airlines suffered more delays to flight arrivals this...
- Airlines consigning paper ticketing to the past Paper ticketing for flights is firmly on the way out,...
- European airlines seal interline partnerships A series of developments have this week seen European airlines...
Wednesday 5 March 2008
- Aer Lingus joins Bulgarian boom Aer Lingus is set to tap into the growing market...
- Exeter Airport expansion aims for regional lead Exeter Airport has become the latest UK hub to polarise...
- Virgin Charter 'to simplify' private airline search A new vertical search engine has been launched by Virgin,...
Tuesday 4 March 2008
- Loganair reinstates Dundee flight routes Flight routes from Dundee to Birmingham and Belfast will be...
- Flight search tool ranks leg room alongside prices A new travel flight aggregator is being launched this week...
- BAA: 'Responsible' Heathrow development must get green light BAA has declared that a third runway at Heathrow Airport by can...
Monday 3 March 2008
- Amadeus cements Middle Eastern promise Global distribution system (GDS) specialist Amadeus has recorded strong growth...
- Short UK trips and carbon offsetting 'are new travel standards' Travel booking specialists have added their weight to a growing...
Friday 29 February 2008
- Eco-labelling debate divides aviation industry Virgin Atlantic's experiment with biofuel has allowed the debate over...
- Virgin gives shopping incentive for online check-in With terminals at major UK hubs often full to the...
- Edinburgh passenger numbers set to soar Budget airline Ryanair has put its faith in the strength...
Thursday 28 February 2008
- BMI enlists Expedia for flight-accommodation bookings Flights and accommodation will now be packaged together as part...
- Open Skies allows American Airlines to home in on Heathrow American Airlines has announced plans to make Heathrow its single...
Wednesday 27 February 2008
- Southampton 'best airport for customer service' Southampton Airport has been granted a prestigious accolade for customer...
- Lufthansa profits soar on increased passenger numbers German national airline Lufthansa has revealed a huge increase in...
- US Airways joins second bag surchargers Customers to and from Europe on a leading American carrier...
Tuesday 26 February 2008
- Czech Republic ready for bilateral visa deal The Czech Republic is set to break ranks with European...
- BMI branches expand in different directions British airline group BMI is launching a range of new...
- Midwest challenges GDS to greater flexibility A leading airline has expressed concerns about the limitations of...
Monday 25 February 2008
- Airlines need to exploit XML opportunities Advanced XML technology is allowing airlines to integrate car rental ancillary...
- Aer Lingus links Belfast and southern Europe Irish airline Aer Lingus has bolstered its Belfast hub and...
- Biofuels take maiden flight A "pioneering" flight powered by biofuels has crossed the British...
Friday 22 February 2008
- Mass consultation to launch on south-east air congestion A mass consultation is set to take place in the...
- EU open skies 'will drive down costs' Aviation experts have claimed that the imminent arrival of the...
Thursday 21 February 2008
- Affiliate deal widens horizons for ebookers A new deal has been struck between a flight bookings...
- Sabre to offer business travel social network Global distribution system (GDS) specialist Sabre Travel Network is to...
- Travelport chosen for CSA hosting system After months of negotiations, Travelport GDS has been selected to...
Wednesday 20 February 2008
- Iris-scan security check 'is time-consuming' Complaints have been made about the effectiveness of a pilot...
- Best baggage handlers avoid major hubs New figures have revealed greatly divergent records in passenger baggage...
- Travelsphere to deploy cross-sell enabling booking platform Escorted tour operator Travelsphere is set to boost its internal...
Tuesday 19 February 2008
- Singapore Airlines: Open Skies is incomplete A new Open Skies agreement has been confirmed between the...
- Travelport rakes in GDS awards A strew of January awards have seen global distribution system...
- Emirates unveils chip-based baggage handling Emirates Airline is teaming up with major international hubs in...
Monday 18 February 2008
- London City is 'best UK airport' London City Airport has come out top among UK hubs...
- Silverjet spreads fares on Sabre Business travel specialist airline Silverjet has announced a new agreement...
- Virgin: mobile check-in is the future Bar code-based mobile phone check-in is set to revolutionise air...
Friday 15 February 2008
- Expedia 'bringing in dynamic packaging tool' Leading online travel agent (OTA) Expedia is to partner with...
- Amadeus: Asia-Pacific lagging on travel management Companies in the Asia-Pacific region are not making full use...
- Qantas integrates Amadeus load control system Flight management solutions from global distribution system (GDS) specialist Amadeus...
- Virgin leads brand recommendability ratings Virgin Atlantic has been hailed as one of the most...
Thursday 14 February 2008
- AmEx plans travel tech platform A new agreement has been signed to enable the development...
- OTA heavyweights eye Asian markets Rapidly increasing Asian markets for flight and travel booking services...
- Edinburgh Airport bucks Scottish trend Edinburgh has overtaken Glasgow as Scotland's airport of choice, while...
Wednesday 13 February 2008
- Celebrity voices announced at US airports Airport announcements are taking a novel twist in the US...
- Virgin comes top in child-friendly poll Virgin Atlantic has been named the most child-friendly airline in...
- Munich aims for third runway to contain growth Munich Airport in Germany is to add a third runway...
Tuesday 12 February 2008
- Malta opening up air routes The number of people heading to Malta is increasing rapidly...
- Fog disrupts London City Airport again Thick fog caused disruption at London City Airport for a...
- Hong Kong passenger numbers rocket UK passenger numbers in Hong Kong are surging, surpassing the...
- Delta, Northwest in merger rumour Two US air carrier giants Delta and Northwest Airlines are...
Monday 11 February 2008
- Gatwick lowers hand luggage restrictions The level of restrictions on hand luggage is due to...
Friday 8 February 2008
- Virtually There gains Sabre gold award Global distribution system (GDS) provider Sabre has gained recognition at...
- Hoteliers 'will offer flights' Virtual tour operating represents the next big thing in travel...
Thursday 7 February 2008
- Eton Travel exchanges Sabre for Galileo A UK travel agent has switched its GDS allegiance, now...
- Amadeus: easyJet surcharge spat will be healed Leading global distribution system (GDS) specialist Amadeus has given a...
- New product 'combines travel booking and expense management' A new tool has been launched for integrating a range...
Wednesday 6 February 2008
- HRG plans air programme analysis service An online travel agent (OTA) has announced plans for a...
- Amadeus offloads Rumbo, cements Opodo ties Global distribution systems (GDS) specialist Amadeus has announced the sale...
- Clickair-Vueling merger to steady Spanish ship? Spanish aviation investors are negotiating over the future of Iberian...
Tuesday 5 February 2008
- GDS giants seek FlightStats integration Flight performance history statistics could soon appear on global distribution...
- United Airlines introduces second bag charge A leading north American airline is upping the prices for...
- OAG goes OTA with 'total flight search' facility A leading flight information provider is entering the realms of...
Monday 4 February 2008
- Ryanair 'sidestepping French employment law' Budget carrier Ryanair is one of several airlines coming under...
- European bidders 'warned off Prague Airport and CSA' European operators and airlines are baying to get their hands...
- Opodo hits record profits Leading online travel agent Opodo has revealed record profits over...
Friday 1 February 2008
- BMI: CAA must intervene against Heathrow hike An appeal for intervention has been made to the Civil...
- Amadeus full content programme 'flooded with takers' A new content programme from a leading global distribution system...
- Farelogix and ITA combine flight search services An agreement has been struck between two travel technology providers...
Thursday 31 January 2008
- Priceline.com seeks GDS bookings boost A new agreement has been reached to allow long-term partnership...
Wednesday 30 January 2008
- Budget airlines face competition from possible merger Budget airlines such as Ryanair could be facing some new...
- Expedia provides Sky with flight booking service Passengers will be able to book flights on Sky's new...
Tuesday 29 January 2008
- E-ticketing solution launched for IATA compliance Airline representatives network APG Global Associates has offered airlines a...
- FlightEngine.com targets eastern promise A leading online travel agent (OTA) is to make huge...
- JetBlue opens up refundable fares The airline industry could start to enter a new era...
Monday 28 January 2008
- GSA end-to-end service books 2m flights The US General Services Administration (GSA) has announced full deployment...
- Chinese airport expansion turns heads Airlines across the world could soon be upping their Oriental...
- Southend raises London air travel hopes Southend Airport could provide the answer to London's air travel...
Friday 25 January 2008
- Runway charge price caps for Stansted Plans to scrap runway charges at Stansted Airport have been sidelined, after the government overruled the Civil Aviation Authority's (CAA) proposal and forced the regulator into opening a consultation on new price caps.
- Southwest joins broadband-ready airlines In-flight broadband connections could soon be the standard to aspire to, as various airlines seek to ready their aircraft for the new passenger service.
Thursday 24 January 2008
- Disabled flight accessibility 'is improving' Disability specialists have claimed that thanks to new legislation disabled people are finding it easier to travel, but indicated that there was still room for improvement.
- AAIB rejects engine failure in Heathrow crash-landing The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has rejected claims that the Boeing 777 crash-landing at Heathrow last week was the result of engine failure, pointing instead to a failure to produce the required thrust for landing.
- Ryanair risks check-in baggage fee hike Budget Irish airline Ryanair has taken a risk in raising check-in baggage and airport check-in fees, but hopes customers will be given the incentive to travel lighter, rather than to go elsewhere for their flight bookings.
Wednesday 23 January 2008
- Jet fuel spike threatening airlines Persistently high oil prices are piling the pressure on airlines and cutting profit predictions for the coming year, many in the industry have claimed.
- Airports are 'the new real estate' With Heathrow Airport hinting at the possibility of increasing its capacity and adding another runway in the future, securing space at key international airports was claimed to be the key to success in the aviation industry.
- Amadeus: Lufthansa booking surcharge is harmful The travel industry has reacted angrily against the decision by German airline Lufthansa to impose a €4.90 (£3.70) per-way surcharge when fares are booked through global distribution systems (GDS).
Tuesday 22 January 2008
- Expanding South Korean airline makes Boeing order A large aircraft order has been received by Boeing as a South Korean airline seeks to expand its short and mid-haul flight coverage. South Korea's biggest budget airline, Jeju Air, could now emerge in the international scene, with the $363 million (£185 million) deal ensuring it five new 737-800 planes from the Seattle-based manufacturer.
- Indian airline 'wants BMI Heathrow slots' A leading Indian airline is reportedly taking a new approach to securing highly coveted landing spots at west London hub Heathrow.
- Amadeus and Flybe sign agreement A deal has been signed between global distribution system (GDS) giant Amadeus and budget airline Flybe.
Monday 21 January 2008
- BA crash-landing ignites safety debate The British Airways BA038 flight that crash-landed at Heathrow last week has raised questions of airline safety standards and fuelled an ongoing debate in the airline industry.
- Sabre cements Australian reputation with PHT deal Global distribution systems (GDS) provider Sabre has announced a new agreement with a leading Australian travel agent, cementing its strength Down Under, it has been claimed.
- Malaysia Airlines passenger solutions 'on schedule' Malaysia Airlines has claimed that implementation of its latest travel technology solutions is progressing on schedule, giving the carrier a better chance of boosting its passenger experience and making it a regional leader.
Sunday 20 January 2008
- Alaska Airlines looks to dominate California flights Alaska Airlines is set to significantly expand its services, with a focus on popular west coast US destinations.
- PrivatAir buys jets in battle for top-end clientel Geneva-based airline PrivatAir has ordered a new Boeing 787-8 VIP airplane, marking its will to expand its services.
- Amadeus partner pitches direct connectivity product Offering advances in direct connectivity, a new travel technology product is being launched by a subsidiary of global distribution system (GDS) provider Amadeus.
- Amadeus-JTA deal 'born of flexibility' A recent agreement with discounted flight specialist JTA has confirmed the ascendancy of global distribution system (GDS) provider Amadeus and its its application programming interface (API) solutions, GDS specialist claimed.
- UK domestic air travel 'booming' Air travel specialists have claimed that flights between UK destinations are expanding rapidly, as the services offered by airlines increased rapidly and compared favourably with expensive rail journeys.
- Expedia offers rates and inventory boost Online travel company Expedia has offered its partners a technological advance that could boost the organisational capacity of hoteliers.
- Expanding bmibaby to work with Nedstat Budget airline bmibaby has chosen a web analytics partner that it hopes will help it improve its e-commerce credentials and flight planning.
- Glasgow to host tech-themed travel event Glasgow is set to host a leading tourism event in 2008 that will focus primarily on the use of technology within the industry, as travel agents, airlines and many others start to implement increasing amounts of global distribution systems (GDS) solutions.
- City Airport expansion 'will be welcomed' Property specialists have claimed that the forthcoming expansion of London City Airport is well within the site's capacity – and will be greeted positively by the local community.
- Galileo boasts Australian e-ticketing growth A leading global distribution system (GDS) provider has spread its travel technology solutions Down Under.
- Travel search is 'key holiday industry' GDS suppliers and travel agents could soon be developing their online travel technology, as a new reveals the importance of web search in booking holidays.
- Heathrow: Transatlantic flights booming Airlines may seek to dedicate resources to improving or expanding their transatlantic services, as a new trend emerges in favour of long-haul services.
- Revamp for travel.co.uk Leisure technology supplier Comtec has declared its intention to overhaul its travel.co.uk comparison website.
- European Travel Interactive backs Amadeus European Travel Interactive (eTRAVELi) has selected Amadeus as its key supplier of travel content and fare-search technology.
- BA plans Open Skies airline British Airways has unveiled plans to launch a new subsidiary airline called Open Skies, which will begin flying to the United States out of Brussels or Paris from June.
- Aer Lingus brings in Lastminute.com's hotel inventory A travel technology deal has been struck that will enable an airline to provide access to copious hotel data, involving the services of a leading global distribution system (GDS) provider.
- Amadeus services recruited by Scottish agent A member of the Advantage Focus Group has signed a three-year contract to allow it to benefit from the global distribution system (GDS) services of Amadeus.
- Travel industry social network USATravelSpace.com launches A new social network has been launched, seeking to implement travel search technology in order to create a comprehensive US travel post.
- Monarch launches Cyprus routes Budget airline Monarch is to bolster its presence at London Gatwick and Manchester airports by offering new regular flights to Cyprus.
- Saudi Arabian Airlines secures Sabre package Four separate deals have been signed between Saudi Arabian Airlines and Sabre Airline Solutions, allowing the carrier to benefit from the GDS provider's latest technology solutions.
- Ryanair launches Mediterranean flight routes Low-cost airline Ryanair has announced a new range of flights for 2008, centring its routes on Italian airports.
- EasyJet reluctant to change baggage rules Baggage restrictions on hand luggage will be relaxed from today at many UK airports(January 7th), but easyJet will not be amending its policy, the low-budget carrier claimed.
- Galileo signs deal with RAK Airways Leading global distribution system (GDS) Galileo has signed an agreement with United Arab Emirates carrier RAK Airways that will see the airline's fares and inventory available to Galileo users.
- Worldspan takeover 'among most popular stories of 2007' An interview with the chief executive of Travelport outlining the firm's takeover of global distribution system (GDS) Worldspan has been named in a list of the most popular stories of 2007 on website Business Travel News Online.
- Technology 'key to success of travel agents in Malaysia' Research carried out by global travel distribution system Amadeus has found that travel agents in Malaysia can see their profit margins increase by expanding the use of technology.
- Abacus partners Indian airline Asia's largest global distribution system (GDS) has announced it will be partnering with Indian low cost airline Deccan to allow its passengers to book their flights and find out about fares with ease.
- Travel technology conference flies into the capital Some of the biggest movers in the travel industry are set to head to London this month for this year's EyeforTravel Travel Distribution Technology conference.
- Sabre signs deal with World Travel Services Global distribution system Sabre has reportedly signed a three-year deal with Bahrain-based travel company World Travel Services (WTS).
- Chinese airline adopts Sabre scheduling system Shenzhen Airlines is to bolster its flight scheduling functions through partnership with a leading global distribution systems (GDS) provider.
- Lithium regulations introduced for US flights Travellers to the USA are adapting to new regulations which further restrict the nature of items permitted to be brought onto flights.
