JetBlue Airways,New York's Hometown Airline, and Emirates, theDubai-based international carrier, today announced a codeshare agreement to connect the carriers' networks viaNew York'sJohn F. Kennedy(JFK) International Airport.
The two airlines have been interline partners since 2010, enabling customers to enjoy the convenience of a single combined ticket for Emirates and JetBlue-operated flights, plus other benefits including one-stop check-in and baggage transfer.
Tickets featuring an Emirates flight number will soon be available for sale for JetBlue-operated connections betweenNew York/JFK and the following US destinations:
Boston(BOS)
Burlington, Vermont(BTV)
Buffalo, New York(BUF)
Charlotte, North Carolina(CLT)
Chicago/O'Hare (ORD)
Fort Lauderdale, Florida(FLL)
Jacksonville, Florida(JAX)
Orlando, Florida(MCO)
Portland, Maine(PWM)
Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina(RDU)
Tampa, Florida(TPA)
Washington/Dulles (IAD)
"Emirates' network withinthe United Stateswill soon extend to almost 20 cities through our partner JetBlue, making flying to the US from the Gulf,Middle East,Africa, the Indian Subcontinent and the Far East smoother and more convenient than ever before," saidThierry Antinori, executive vice president of passenger sales worldwide. "JetBlue shares our passion for innovation and best-in-class services, and we look forward to continuing to grow the relationship as we seek new ways to build our presence withinthe United States," continued Mr Antinori.
"We are pleased to expand upon our successful relationship with Emirates through this new codeshare at JFK, where JetBlue is the number one domestic airline," saidScott Laurence, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and partnerships. "Emirates has been a terrific travel partner for JetBlue, affording our customers easy access to all corners of the globe in comfort and style."
Emirates' network now encompasses 123 cities globally, giving travelers in the US access not only to the carrier's home ofDubai, the commercial and tourism hub of theUnited Arab Emiratesand the Gulf region, but also to cities acrossAfrica,India, and throughoutAsia Pacific.
From JFK, Emirates offers two daily nonstop flights to its global hub atDubaiInternational Airport ‘including service aboard its flagship A380 and its ultra long range 777-300ER ‘both of which offer travelers fine dining, personalized service and multi award-winning entertainment options. Winner of over 500 international awards, Emirates' unique service offering includes complimentary chauffeur-driven airport transfers for premium customers, privacy suites in First Class, and an inflight entertainment system featuring over 1,200 channels of new releaseHollywoodmovies, TV, music and games.
Known for its award-winning customer service, JetBlue offers transfer customers from Emirates' network of global destinations a premium experience that includes all-leather seating, unlimited free snacks and drinks, plus the most legroom in economy class (based on average fleet-wide seat pitch) and the most free live entertainment of any U.S. airline. JetBlue operates one of America's youngest airline fleets, with 172 Airbus and EMBRAER aircraft. At JFK Airport, JetBlue operates from its acclaimed 26-gate Terminal 5, while Emirates operates from the adjacent Terminal 4, allowing for fast and easy connections between flights.
About Emirates
Emirates currently serves 123 cities around the globe with a young and technologically advanced fleet of 171 wide-bodied aircraft that are equipped with industry-leading comforts in the air. Additionally, Emirates has 232 wide-bodied aircraft on order, worth more than $84 billion, and is the leading customer of the Airbus A380, with 21 in its fleet and 69 on order. Renowned for its excellence in service and innovation, both on board and on the ground, Emirates holds an impressive array of prestigious awards, most recently including Air Transport World's 2011 "Airline of the Year" award and Frommer's selection of the Emirates Lounge atNew York's John F. Kennedy International Airport as one of the 2011 "Top Airport Lounges in North America." For more information visitwww.emirates.com.
About JetBlueAirways
JetBlue isNew York's Hometown Airline with other focus cities inBoston,Fort Lauderdale,Los Angeles, andOrlando. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach of any US airline as well as super-spaciousEven More Spaceseats. JetBlue is also America's first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customers inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue's control. Visitwww.jetblue.com/promisefor details. JetBlue serves 70 cities with 750 daily flights and plans to launch service toDallas/Fort Worthin May. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information call +1 800-538-2583 (+1-801-449-2525 fromDubai), TTY/TDD +1 800-336-5530, or visitwww.jetblue.com.
JetBlue Airways. 4.18.2012.