Start spreading the news: London is getting twice-daily direct flights to the Big Apple.
The United Express flights start Oct. 26 and will whisk travelers from London International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport in 90 minutes.
The New York flights will allow business travelers to get to New York and back the same day and will make leisure travel more convenient, said London airport chief executive Michael Seabrook.
“It is more feasible to book a weekend getaway in the Big Apple and enjoy all the sports, culture and dining of one of the most fabulous cities in the world,” Seabrook said in a statement.
The flights will be serviced by 50-seat regional jet aircraft operated by ExpressJet, a United Express partner.
The Newark airport has easy access to Manhattan and offers connecting flights to many destinations.
The new flights, Seabrook said, combined with the daily United flights to Chicago, give London travelers connection to destinations across the world.
Mayor Joni Baechler applauded the New York flights.
“This New York destination expands our presence internationally both for existing businesses in London, and for potential new opportunities. Accessible, quick, easy transportation by air is vital in today’s world economy," Baechler said in a statement.
For travelers looking for a tropical getaway this winter, London Airport has also landed direct flight service for Celebrity Cruise ships leaving from Florida. The all-inclusive weekly packages for eastern or western Caribbean cruises begin Feb. 7 and run to April 12.
London International Airport – Newark Liberty International Airport.
Two flights depart Newark daily:
2:30 p.m., arriving in London at 4:04 p.m.
7:39 p.m., arriving in London at 10:13 p.m.
Two flights depart London daily:
6:01 a.m., arriving in Newark at 7:30 a.m.
4:39 p.m., arriving in Newark at 6:08 p.m.
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