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Edinburgh Live
23-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh passengers take first flight to premier American destination
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Passengers have travelled on JetBlue's new Edinburgh to Boston route following its launch on Friday May 23. The service will run throughout the summer and will offer customers the opportunity to visit one of America's most recognised cities. Boston is home to the iconic NBA champions, Boston Celtics, as well as the NFL's New England Patriots, NHL's Boston Bruins and the MLB's Boston Red Sox. JetBlue will be operating daily from Edinburgh from May 23 to October 25, on an A321neo. JetBlue had announced earlier this year they would be extending their Edinburgh to New York JFK from May 9 to October 25. Edinburgh Airport now offers several connections to North America, with seven airlines flying to twelve destinations across the USA and Canada this summer. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Gordon Dewar, chief executive of Edinburgh airport said: 'It's fantastic to be able to offer even more connectivity with the USA with the launch of JetBlue's Boston route. This follows the successful extension of their JFK route and demonstrates the strong demand for transatlantic travel from Scotland. "Those connections to the USA and Canada are in high demand from both inbound and outbound passengers, which shows the high interest people in Scotland have for travel, as well as the continued interest in Edinburgh and Scotland from our North American guests. 'We are delighted to see the launch of this newest route and look forward to a successful partnership with JetBlue.' Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of revenue, network and enterprise planning at JetBlue said: 'Following the warm welcome we received in Edinburgh last year, we're proud to expand our transatlantic offering with a new nonstop route from Boston that doubles our capacity to Scotland. 'Scotland has quickly become a standout destination for JetBlue customers, and with our award-winning service and everyday low fares, we're excited to make it even easier for travellers from the U.S. to discover all that Scotland has to offer—and for Scots to explore more of the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean.'
Edinburgh Reporter
23-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
JetBlue takes off to Boston
JetBlue has established a new non-stop route from Edinburgh Airport to Boston and the inaugural flight landed on Friday morning. The new route – along with one from Madrid to Boston will operate until 25 October 2025. This is the airline's latest step in expanding its European reach from Boston Logan International Airport. The A321 aircraft will be used on the new route with JetBlue Mint premium experience with fully-flat private suites and restaurant style small plates. The core experience is a step up from coach with a free selection of snacks and drinks and a complimentary meal. All passengers will have fast free and unlimited high speed Fly-Fi broadband and a selection of inflight entertainment. Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of revenue, network, and enterprise planning at JetBlue said: 'With our deep Boston roots, we're excited to be putting more of Europe within reach for New England travellers with JetBlue's low fares, great service, and the convenience of flying right from Logan. 'As we grow across the Atlantic from Boston, we're also making it easier to connect to more of our network across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean.' 'We're excited to offer passengers a nonstop flight to Madrid through this new route – JetBlue's first-ever service to Spain,' said Ed Freni, executive director of aviation at Massport. 'This new connection makes it easier than ever to explore Madrid's rich blend of history, culture, and art. We value our strong partnership with JetBlue and look forward to bringing travelers even more great destination options in the future.' 'We are delighted to celebrate JetBlue's continued transatlantic growth with these new nonstop flights from Madrid and Edinburgh to Boston,' said Martha J. Sheridan, president & CEO of Meet Boston. 'These routes create new opportunities for cultural connection with Spanish and Scottish travelers, allowing us to showcase all that Boston has to offer—from our world-renowned history and cultural institutions to our dynamic culinary scene and thriving innovation economy. Whether they are traveling for leisure or business, we look forward to creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors from Spain and the United Kingdom, and any other travelers who utilize these exciting new routes to reach Boston.' This summer JetBlue will operate seven daily non-stop routes from Logan to Europe with Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Dublin, London Gatwick and Madrid which are summer only, and year round flights to Heathrow and Paris. Daily seasonal schedule between Boston (BOS) and Edinburgh (EDI) (Until October 25, 2025) All times local BOS-EDI Flight #1079 EDI-BOS Flight #1080 10:30 p.m. – 10:10 a.m. 12:10 p.m. – 2:22 p.m. For more details on JetBlue's transatlantic service, visit: JetBlue inaugural flight from Edinburgh to Boston, May 23, 2025, Edinburgh Airport. PHOTO © Lesley Martin 2025 JetBlue inaugural flight from Edinburgh to Boston, May 23, 2025, Edinburgh Airport. Piper Conner Pratt PHOTO © Lesley Martin 2025 JetBlue inaugural flight from Edinburgh to Boston, May 23, 2025, Edinburgh Airport. Jim Fairlie, Scottish Government, Minister for Connectivity; Mike Erbeck, JetBlue, VP, Safety; Gordon Robertson, Edinburgh Airport, Chief Communications and Sustainability © Lesley Martin 2025 JetBlue inaugural flight from Edinburgh to Boston, May 23, 2025, Edinburgh Airport. Jim Fairlie, Scottish Government, Minister for Connectivity; Mike Erbeck, JetBlue, VP, Safety; Gordon Robertson, Edinburgh Airport, Chief Communications and Sustainability Officer with piper Conner Pratt PHOTO © Lesley Martin 2025 JetBlue inaugural flight from Edinburgh to Boston, May 23, 2025, Edinburgh Airport. PHOTO © Lesley Martin 2025 Like this: Like Related
The Herald Scotland
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Airline adds Boston as second destination from Scottish airport
JetBlue will be operating from Edinburgh from May 23 to October 25, flying daily between Scotland's capital and one of the USA's most well-known and exciting cities on an A321neo. It comes after the airline extended its Edinburgh to New York JFK service from May 9 to October 25 following the success of the route's launch earlier last year. The route adds to Edinburgh Airport's extensive connections to North America, with seven airlines flying to twelve destinations across the USA and Canada this summer. READ MORE: Aer Lingus to launch new route to Cancun from Glasgow and Edinburgh Airline's new route from Scotland to 'spectacular island' Airlines Ryanair and easyJet, and TUI and Jet2 key updates Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said: 'It's fantastic to be able to offer even more connectivity with the USA with the launch of JetBlue's Boston route. This follows the successful extension of their JFK route and demonstrates the strong demand for transatlantic travel from Scotland. "Those connections to the USA and Canada are in high demand from both inbound and outbound passengers, which shows the high interest people in Scotland have for travel, as well as the continued interest in Edinburgh and Scotland from our North American guests. 'We are delighted to see the launch of this newest route and look forward to a successful partnership with JetBlue.' Daniel Shurz, Senior Vice President of Revenue, Network and Enterprise Planning at JetBlue said: 'Following the warm welcome we received in Edinburgh last year, we're proud to expand our transatlantic offering with a new nonstop route from Boston that doubles our capacity to Scotland. 'Scotland has quickly become a standout destination for JetBlue customers, and with our award-winning service and everyday low fares, we're excited to make it even easier for travellers from the U.S. to discover all that Scotland has to offer—and for Scots to explore more of the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean.' Jim Fairlie, Minister for Connectivity said: 'I welcome the launch of JetBlue's new service between Edinburgh and Boston, further enhancing Scotland's direct US connectivity. This new JetBlue service will help grow the economic benefits of tourism as well as strengthen important links for business. 'I am pleased that JetBlue have started a second route to Scotland so quickly after their New York JFK service launched just last year. This clearly demonstrates confidence in the Scottish market and provides even greater options for passengers connecting to other markets in the US through JetBlue's network from Boston. 'I wish Edinburgh Airport and JetBlue every success with this new service, which I am sure will be popular with travellers in both Scotland and the US.
Business Wire
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
JetBlue Expands Transatlantic Service from Boston with New Flights to Madrid and Edinburgh Taking Off Today
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU), New England's leading leisure airline, today expands its transatlantic network with the launch of two new nonstop routes from Boston to Madrid, Spain (MAD) and Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI). These daily seasonal flights, operating through October 25, 2025, mark JetBlue's latest step in expanding its European reach from Boston Logan International Airport and strengthening its commitment to Boston as a key international gateway. In addition to these new destinations, seasonal service between Boston and London-Gatwick returns today. "With our deep Boston roots, we're excited to be putting more of Europe within reach for New England travelers with JetBlue's low fares, great service, and the convenience of flying right from Logan,' Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of revenue, network, and enterprise planning at JetBlue. 'As we grow across the Atlantic from Boston, we're also making it easier to connect to more of our network across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean." "We're excited to offer passengers a nonstop flight to Madrid through this new route - JetBlue's first-ever service to Spain," said Ed Freni, executive director of aviation at Massport. 'This new connection makes it easier than ever to explore Madrid's rich blend of history, culture, and art. We value our strong partnership with JetBlue and look forward to bringing travelers even more great destination options in the future.' 'We are delighted to celebrate JetBlue's continued transatlantic growth with these new nonstop flights from Madrid and Edinburgh to Boston,' said Martha J. Sheridan, president & CEO of Meet Boston. 'These routes create new opportunities for cultural connection with Spanish and Scottish travelers, allowing us to showcase all that Boston has to offer—from our world-renowned history and cultural institutions to our dynamic culinary scene and thriving innovation economy. Whether they are traveling for leisure or business, we look forward to creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors from Spain and the United Kingdom, and any other travelers who utilize these exciting new routes to reach Boston.' JetBlue's new Boston flights to Madrid and Edinburgh support its JetForward strategy to build the best East Coast leisure network. These new routes complement JetBlue's existing seasonal transatlantic service from Boston to Amsterdam, Dublin and London-Gatwick, plus year-round flights to London-Heathrow and Paris. This summer, JetBlue will offer a total of seven daily nonstops between Boston and Europe. From New York's JFK Airport, JetBlue serves Dublin and Edinburgh in the summer season, while Amsterdam, London-Heathrow, and Paris are served year-round. Based on their popularity, routes to Dublin and Edinburgh have been extended to the end of October, a month later than last year. ¡ Hola, Madrid! With the start of service to Madrid, JetBlue becomes the only U.S. airline offering nonstop service between Boston and Spain's capital. From the majestic Royal Palace and the bustling Puerta del Sol to flamenco performances and late-night tapas, Madrid offers a vibrant mix of history and modern culture and is an ideal jumping off point to explore other regions of Spain. Daily seasonal schedule between Boston (BOS) and Madrid (MAD) (Through October 25, 2025) All times local Edinburgh: Where history meets highland charm Known for its iconic castle, cobblestone streets, and thriving arts scene, Edinburgh offers travelers a taste of both heritage and creativity. JetBlue's new nonstop service from Boston connects travelers to one of the world's premier cultural destinations. This route builds on JetBlue's seasonal success between New York's JFK and Edinburgh, offering greater flexibility for customers visiting Scotland. Daily seasonal schedule between Boston (BOS) and Edinburgh (EDI) (Through October 25, 2025) All times local Book better with JetBlue To celebrate today's launches, and for a limited time, Boston-originating travelers can take advantage of special $699 and $649 roundtrip fares to Madrid and Edinburgh, respectively, for JetBlue's core experience. Those looking to elevate their experience can take advantage of special $2,399 roundtrip fares to Madrid and $3,299 roundtrip fares to Edinburgh in the airline's premium Mint® experience. Spain originating travelers can enjoy special introductory roundtrip fares starting at €599 in Core and €1,999 in Mint, while those departing from Scotland, £499 in Core and £1,999 in Mint available on 1. Customers who book directly through are guaranteed to find our lowest fares and can enjoy additional benefits including access to all of JetBlue's fare options, as well as fare sales and promotions, some of which may not be available through other third-parties; the ability to earn 2x TrueBlue points and participate in Points Pooling; seamless seat selections and upgrades to Even More ®; 24/7 direct access to JetBlue's customer service channels; and more. The JetBlue Experience Flights to Madrid and Edinburgh will operate on JetBlue's A321 aircraft. These aircraft feature JetBlue's Mint premium experience, with fully lie-flat private suites, restaurant-style small plates curated by Delicious Hospitality Group's (DHG) popular New York City restaurants Charlie Bird, Pasquale Jones and Legacy Records. The airline's award-winning core experience offers a new level of service to customers who generally fly 'coach' but still want a great experience at an attractive fare. Core customers enjoy a boutique-style experience with a free selection of brand-name snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, beer, wine and liquor and a high-quality complimentary meal from JetBlue's culinary partner, DIG. Customers in both core and Mint stay connected throughout the flight with fast, free and unlimited high-speed Fly-Fi broadband 2. Additionally, customers have access to a robust selection of inflight entertainment, including exclusive content from JetBlue's streaming partner, Peacock, on seatback screens at every seat. All customers can enjoy a multi-screen experience onboard – just like they do at home. For more details on JetBlue's transatlantic service, visit: About JetBlue JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline ®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan. JetBlue carries customers to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, Caribbean, Canada and Europe. For more information and the best fares, visit Boston (BOS) - Madrid (MAD): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 7/4/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay required. Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 6/21/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay required. Madrid (MAD) - Boston (BOS): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 7/4/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay required. Edinburgh (EDI) – Boston (BOS): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 6/21/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay required. Fly-Fi ® and live television are available on all JetBlue-operated flights. Availability and coverage area may vary by aircraft. Details on inflight wi-fi and entertainment:
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
JetBlue Expands Transatlantic Service from Boston with New Flights to Madrid and Edinburgh Taking Off Today
Daily nonstop seasonal service introduces the airline's award-winning service to seventh transatlantic market from Boston To celebrate the launch, limited roundtrip fares are available starting at €599 and $699 in Core and €1,999, $2,399 in Mint for Boston–Madrid route, and £499 and $649 in Core and £1,999 and $3,299 in Mint for Boston–Edinburgh BOSTON, May 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU), New England's leading leisure airline, today expands its transatlantic network with the launch of two new nonstop routes from Boston to Madrid, Spain (MAD) and Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI). These daily seasonal flights, operating through October 25, 2025, mark JetBlue's latest step in expanding its European reach from Boston Logan International Airport and strengthening its commitment to Boston as a key international gateway. In addition to these new destinations, seasonal service between Boston and London-Gatwick returns today. "With our deep Boston roots, we're excited to be putting more of Europe within reach for New England travelers with JetBlue's low fares, great service, and the convenience of flying right from Logan," Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of revenue, network, and enterprise planning at JetBlue. "As we grow across the Atlantic from Boston, we're also making it easier to connect to more of our network across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean." "We're excited to offer passengers a nonstop flight to Madrid through this new route - JetBlue's first-ever service to Spain," said Ed Freni, executive director of aviation at Massport. "This new connection makes it easier than ever to explore Madrid's rich blend of history, culture, and art. We value our strong partnership with JetBlue and look forward to bringing travelers even more great destination options in the future." "We are delighted to celebrate JetBlue's continued transatlantic growth with these new nonstop flights from Madrid and Edinburgh to Boston," said Martha J. Sheridan, president & CEO of Meet Boston. "These routes create new opportunities for cultural connection with Spanish and Scottish travelers, allowing us to showcase all that Boston has to offer—from our world-renowned history and cultural institutions to our dynamic culinary scene and thriving innovation economy. Whether they are traveling for leisure or business, we look forward to creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors from Spain and the United Kingdom, and any other travelers who utilize these exciting new routes to reach Boston." JetBlue's new Boston flights to Madrid and Edinburgh support its JetForward strategy to build the best East Coast leisure network. These new routes complement JetBlue's existing seasonal transatlantic service from Boston to Amsterdam, Dublin and London-Gatwick, plus year-round flights to London-Heathrow and Paris. This summer, JetBlue will offer a total of seven daily nonstops between Boston and Europe. From New York's JFK Airport, JetBlue serves Dublin and Edinburgh in the summer season, while Amsterdam, London-Heathrow, and Paris are served year-round. Based on their popularity, routes to Dublin and Edinburgh have been extended to the end of October, a month later than last year. ¡Hola, Madrid! With the start of service to Madrid, JetBlue becomes the only U.S. airline offering nonstop service between Boston and Spain's capital. From the majestic Royal Palace and the bustling Puerta del Sol to flamenco performances and late-night tapas, Madrid offers a vibrant mix of history and modern culture and is an ideal jumping off point to explore other regions of Spain. Daily seasonal schedule between Boston (BOS) and Madrid (MAD)(Through October 25, 2025)All times local BOS-MAD Flight #2261 MAD-BOS Flight #2260 10:25 p.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. – 3:24 p.m. Edinburgh: Where history meets highland charm Known for its iconic castle, cobblestone streets, and thriving arts scene, Edinburgh offers travelers a taste of both heritage and creativity. JetBlue's new nonstop service from Boston connects travelers to one of the world's premier cultural destinations. This route builds on JetBlue's seasonal success between New York's JFK and Edinburgh, offering greater flexibility for customers visiting Scotland. Daily seasonal schedule between Boston (BOS) and Edinburgh (EDI)(Through October 25, 2025)All times local BOS-EDI Flight #1079 EDI-BOS Flight #1080 10:30 p.m. – 10:10 a.m. 12:10 p.m. – 2:22 p.m. Book better with JetBlue To celebrate today's launches, and for a limited time, Boston-originating travelers can take advantage of special $699 and $649 roundtrip fares to Madrid and Edinburgh, respectively, for JetBlue's core experience. Those looking to elevate their experience can take advantage of special $2,399 roundtrip fares to Madrid and $3,299 roundtrip fares to Edinburgh in the airline's premium Mint® experience. Spain originating travelers can enjoy special introductory roundtrip fares starting at €599 in Core and €1,999 in Mint, while those departing from Scotland, £499 in Core and £1,999 in Mint available on Customers who book directly through are guaranteed to find our lowest fares and can enjoy additional benefits including access to all of JetBlue's fare options, as well as fare sales and promotions, some of which may not be available through other third-parties; the ability to earn 2x TrueBlue points and participate in Points Pooling; seamless seat selections and upgrades to Even More® ; 24/7 direct access to JetBlue's customer service channels; and more. The JetBlue Experience Flights to Madrid and Edinburgh will operate on JetBlue's A321 aircraft. These aircraft feature JetBlue's Mint premium experience, with fully lie-flat private suites, restaurant-style small plates curated by Delicious Hospitality Group's (DHG) popular New York City restaurants Charlie Bird, Pasquale Jones and Legacy Records. The airline's award-winning core experience offers a new level of service to customers who generally fly "coach" but still want a great experience at an attractive fare. Core customers enjoy a boutique-style experience with a free selection of brand-name snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, beer, wine and liquor and a high-quality complimentary meal from JetBlue's culinary partner, DIG. Customers in both core and Mint stay connected throughout the flight with fast, free and unlimited high-speed Fly-Fi broadband 2. Additionally, customers have access to a robust selection of inflight entertainment, including exclusive content from JetBlue's streaming partner, Peacock, on seatback screens at every seat. All customers can enjoy a multi-screen experience onboard – just like they do at home. For more details on JetBlue's transatlantic service, visit: About JetBlue JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan. JetBlue carries customers to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, Caribbean, Canada and Europe. For more information and the best fares, visit Boston (BOS) - Madrid (MAD): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 7/4/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 6/21/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay (MAD) - Boston (BOS): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 7/4/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay (EDI) – Boston (BOS): Round-trip only. Book by: 5/23/2025 for travel 6/21/2025 – 9/2/2025. Saturday night minimum stay required. Fly-Fi ® and live television are available on all JetBlue-operated flights. Availability and coverage area may vary by aircraft. Details on inflight wi-fi and entertainment: View source version on Contacts JetBlue Corporate Communications Tel: +1.718.709.3089corpcomm@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
