Jet2 Launches New York Flights

Low cost airline Jet2.com is to go transatlantic, with the announcement that flights to New York have now gone on sale. Flights from Leeds Bradford airport will take advantage of the new route which commences in November, as part of an initial four services. Jet2holidays managing director Richard Bodin was optimistic that the new route would be successful:

"This is an important announcement for us. We knew this destination was one that our customers have been calling for.

"New York is one of those cities that everyone must see at least once in a lifetime. It has so many iconic images and sightseeing opportunities, culture that is second-to-none, the world's top stores and boutiques and a fantastic array of restaurants, bars and clubs."

Jet2 will initially launch 4 services with the possibility of more depending on the success rate. Factors such as the Open Skies Treaty and the strength of the pound against the dollar have all contributed to the cheap flights provider launching the new route. The flights to New York's Newark airport are expected to be popular and fares are available from £579.98 return, including taxes.