Two more low cost routes for North East
21 April 2008
Jet2.com has today announced two brand new scheduled, low cost services from Newcastle International airport this summer – Corfu and Rhodes. The two sizzling Greek island destinations go on sale today (21 April) with the first flights departing the North East in June – the first for a low cost carrier operating scheduled flights out of Newcastle.
Seats for both the new hot spots are now on sale from just £69.99 one way inclusive of taxes at jet2.com with the first flights to Rhodes commencing 4 June and Corfu 30 June, 2008.
Passengers can also benefit from package holiday deals to Rhodes and Corfu with Jet2holidays.com from as little as £296 per person for a 7 day break.
The new services operated by Jet2.com from Newcastle reinforces the continued expansion programme of the North’s leading low cost operator out of the base.
Philip Meeson, boss of Jet2.com, said: “The announcement of our new services to Corfu and Rhodes is fantastic news for the North East. Both destinations have lacked direct, scheduled and, importantly, low cost services from Newcastle and we’re delighted to be launching them today.
“Both are stunningly beautiful islands, hugely popular with holidaymakers from the UK and we expect a huge influx of travellers on our flights and package holiday deals– from families and couples after the captivating culture of the islands, to the thousands of young people looking to sample the summer party spirit.”
For more information, visit jet2.com.
About the Islands
The Mediterranean island of Corfu is located just off the west coast of Greece and is famed for its excellent beaches making it a popular destination for holidaymakers. It is also a very green island – the hot summers and mild winters combining to create lush vegetation.
Situated in the Aegean Sea, Rhodes is the largest Dodecanese island between Greece and the island of Cyprus. Rhodes is blessed with long stretches of beaches. It is lesser known as a windsurfer’s paradise, while the eclectic mix of old town life and cosmopolitan buzz makes the island a perfect destination for all.
