Ski destination launched as part of Jet2 winter programme
JET2 has announced in its bigger winter programme for Leeds Bradford Airport that a new route to Turin will be introduced.
The airline is adding 60,000 extra seats for its 2017/18 winter programme and a total of 23 destinations are on offer across Europe, with 600,000 seats available from the regional airport – an 11% rise on this year.
Winter sun destinations include the Canary Islands and Madeira as well as Alicante (six weekly flights), Malaga (five weekly flights) and Faro (four weekly flights).
Steve Heapy, chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “This is a very exciting time for Jet2.com and Jet2holidays and today’s announcement is yet another step on our ambitious growth plans from Leeds Bradford Airport.
“Our biggest ever winter programme gives local people more opportunity than ever to visit their favourite sun and city destinations all-year-round, as well as more choice for hitting the best slopes in Europe.
“With the increased number of flights and holiday options available and a fantastic new route to Turin, we’re delighted to offer customers the chance to enjoy the best that Europe has to offer on our award winning airline.”
Tony Hallwood, aviation development director, Leeds Bradford Airport commented: “Turin, the host of the 2006 Winter Olympics, is a fantastic addition to our ski flights programme and provides the quickest and closest gateway to the famous Italian Alps.
“We expect this Leeds Bradford Airport flight to Turin to be popular as winter sports lovers can also gain easy access to ski resorts in the French Alps. Top ski resorts such as Cervinia and Cormayeur located close to the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc are within easy reach.”
