easyJet to launch Tel-Aviv flight
BUDGET airline easyJet, is launching a twice weekly, year-round service from Manchester to Tel Aviv in Israel from November.
The new route – easyJet’s 26th from Manchester – will compete against Jet2.com.
Flights will go on sale on Thursday, with fares starting from £82.99 (one-way, including taxes). The inaugural flight will be on November 1.
Ali Gayward, easyJet UK commercial manager, said: “We’re excited to be expanding our Manchester operation by launching easyJet’s first route to Tel Aviv from the North West of England today.
“There is a very strong cultural link between the North West and Tel Aviv, with a large Jewish community in Manchester and the surrounding areas, and we hope this direct route will demonstrate our commitment to providing low cost flight options for popular routes.
“The service will offer great opportunities for both British and Israeli travellers wishing to travel between two of the world’s great cities,” she added.
Ken O’Toole, chief commercial officer for the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) said: “easyJet continues to grow here at Manchester and that is something we aim to support as they continue their growth plans across Europe.
“Tel Aviv is a popular destination that’s increasing in prominence and we know that it’s very popular for passengers returning to the North West and seeing friends and family in Israel.”
easyJet launched its first route to Tel Aviv from Luton Airport in 2009 and it has proved to be very popular, with 270,000 passengers travelling on the route since its launch.
