Airlines

JetBlue launches with All-New Daylight Service from New York to London

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JetBlue announced that it is improving its transatlantic flights even further by adding a new midday flight option for passengers flying from New York to London. Beginning March 25, 2023, New York’s Hometown Airline® will add a new morning flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

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This will give passengers a brand-new option to arrive in the UK the same day they leave the United States. The additional pair of slots JetBlue was able to secure allowed for the new trip, significantly enhancing the airline’s presence at the busiest airport in the United Kingdom. JetBlue’s new Heathrow flights have seats available beginning today.

JetBlue’s summer 2023 London schedule

London Heathrow

JFK – LHR Flight No. 1107: 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.

JFK – LHR Flight No. 007: 9:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. (+1).

LHR – JFK Flight No. 2220: 8:25 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.

LHR – JFK Flight No. 20: 11:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

BOS – LHR Flight No. 1620: 6:45 p.m. to 6:30 a.m (+1).

LHR – BOS Flight No. 1621: 8:25 a.m. to 11:21 a.m.

London Gatwick

JFK – LGW Flight No. 43: 7:30 p.m. to 7:55 a.m. (+1).

LGW – JFK Flight No. 44: noon to 3:15 p.m.

BOS – LGW Flight No. 2104: 6:37 p.m. to 6:35 a.m. (+1).

LGW – BOS Flight No. 1926: 12:15 p.m. to 3:02 p.m.

JetBlue is currently the only U.S. carrier to serve both Gatwick and Heathrow, offering customers on both sides of the Atlantic greater choice and convenience. JetBlue’s multi-airport approach in London, with diversified flying at two of the U.K.’s busiest airports, has already allowed the airline to grow a meaningful customer base of loyal transatlantic fliers and build valuable relationships with key teams at both airports.

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JetBlue flights between the U.S. and London feature premium Mint suites and the airline’s award-winning core seats. JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach (a), on-demand entertainment on every seatback, free and fast Fly-Fi broadband internet (b), complimentary snacks and soft drinks, and great customer service. JetBlue’s entrance into the transatlantic has introduced a new era of customer-focused, low-fare travel for leisure and business travelers.

Customers in both core and Mint can stay connected throughout the flight, with JetBlue being the only airline to offer all travelers unlimited, free high-speed wi-fi on flights between the U.S. and the U.K. Additionally, customers have access to a curated selection of seatback entertainment, allowing customers to have a multiple screen experience onboard – just like they do at home.

Airlines

Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.