NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU), New York's hometown airline, will begin two daily nonstop flights between New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and Bermuda starting May 4, subject to receipt of government operating authority. Fares start at $129(a) each way, and are available to customers online at www.jetblue.com.
"We're bringing low fares -- and a touch of blue -- to the famous pink beaches of Bermuda," said David Neeleman, JetBlue's CEO. "We know our customers are going to love our award-winning service and the convenience of nonstop flights from New York to this exciting new island destination."
"I am delighted with JetBlue Airways' announcement of new service to Bermuda from New York JFK Airport. This has been a top priority of my Ministry for more than four years. Thanks to JetBlue, air travel to Bermuda will soon be easier, more convenient, and far less expensive," said Deputy Premier of Bermuda and Minister of Tourism & Transport, Dr. the Hon. Ewart F. Brown. "For a unique island resort destination such as Bermuda, JetBlue provides the ideal combination of high quality service at affordable fares. For too long, visitors desiring the unique Bermuda experience had to pay very high airfares for a two-hour flight from New York to enjoy our world-famous pink sand beaches. Now more than ever, with JetBlue's every day low fares from the Big Apple, we welcome first-time visitors to discover Bermuda."
JetBlue's flight schedule: New York (JFK) to Bermuda (BDA) Bermuda to New York Depart -- Arrive Depart -- Arrive 8:00am -- 11:15am 12:05pm -- 1:20pm 2:10pm -- 5:25pm 6:15pm -- 7:30pm Connections to Bermuda via JFK, with fares starting at $139(a): Boston, MA Richmond, VA Burlington, VT Rochester, NY Buffalo, NY Syracuse, NY
JetBlue Airways is a low-fare airline based in New York City that operates 370 flights daily to 34 destinations. JetBlue offers customers roomy leather seats with 36 channels of free DIRECTV(R)(b) programming, the most live television offered by any airline. On flights longer than two hours, the airline also features a selection of first-run movies and bonus features from FOX InFlight. Customers enjoy brand name snacks and beverages, including freshly brewed Dunkin' Donuts coffee and fine wines selected by JetBlue's "Low Fare Sommelier," Joshua Wesson, founder of Best Cellars. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JETBLUE (1-800-538-2583) or 1-801-365-2583, if calling from Bermuda, or visit www.jetblue.com.
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(a) Fares require a 7-day advance purchase. Lowest fares may not be available on all days or on all flights. Lowest fares are most often found on midweek travel dates. Advertised fares reflect $5 discount and these fares are only available for purchase over the Internet. Fares cost $5 more if purchased via 1-800-JETBLUE, or at any designated JetBlue ticketing location. All fares must be purchased at time of reservation, and are one-way, nonrefundable, and nontransferable. Changes can be made prior to scheduled departure for a fee of $30 per person plus any applicable difference in airfare. Changes can be made online at jetblue.com, by calling 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583), or if located in Bermuda, by calling 801-365-2583. Cancellations can be made prior to scheduled departure for a fee of $30 per person by calling 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583), or if located in Bermuda, by calling 801-365-2583. Cancellations are valid for a JetBlue air-only travel credit, which is valid for one year. If a reservation is not changed or canceled prior to scheduled departure, all money associated with the reservation is forfeited. Fares do not include Passenger Facility Charges of up to $9 each way, September 11th Security Fees of up to $5 each way and a Federal Segment Tax of $3.30 per domestic segment. A segment is a takeoff and landing. Bermuda fares also do not include government fees and taxes of up to $59.75 each way. All taxes and fees must be paid at the time of purchase. JetBlue reserves the right to deny boarding to passengers without proper documentation. Other restrictions apply. This service is subject to receipt of government operating authority.
(b) DIRECTV(R) service is not available on flights to Bermuda, Puerto Rico or the Dominican Republic. JetBlue's in-flight entertainment is powered by LiveTV, a wholly owned subsidiary of JetBlue.
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