Budget Airline News

Thomas Cook Adds Late Summer Sun 2008 Flights From Newcastle Airport

Thomas Cook Airlines has added more flights to its most popular destinations this summer, from Newcastle Airport, to cater for those people in the region who wish to book a late summer getaway.  Holidaymakers looking to travel to Alicante or Malaga will now have a greater choice of flight options.

Over the summer period, Thomas Cook Airlines is expecting to transport approximately 200,000 travellers to 31 holiday destinations, such as Alicante, Bourgas in Bulgaria and Sharm-el-Sheikh.  The airline has two Boeing 757 aircraft based at the airport, which carries 235 passengers.

Frank Pullman, Managing Director of Thomas Cook Airlines, said: “Holidays abroad have proven to be as popular as ever amongst those who have chosen to travel from Newcastle Airport.  With two aircraft based at the airport, it has enabled us to be more flexible so that we can add flights where we feel there is sufficient customer demand.”

Thomas Cook Promise Extra Leg Room On Long Haul Holidays

If you’re thinking of going on a long-haul holiday next summer, then look no further than Thomas Cook which plans to offer more leg room in economy than Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

From 1 May 2008, fly with Thomas Cook Airlines and enjoy a 33 inch seat pitch as standard on all its long-haul flights. You’ll get more than just extra leg room when you choose to travel with the most famous name in the industry, including seat back TVs, a complimentary four course meal and Thomas Cook’s legendary in-flight customer service.

To add a little extra magic to the start of your holiday, long-haul travellers can always upgrade to TC Premium – Thomas Cook’s premier service. With its own dedicated cabin, TC Premium customers can enjoy everything from wider leather seats and complimentary sparkling wine to a pampering kit and additional luggage allowance, all from £179 per person.

Next summer, travel with Thomas Cook Airlines to nine far and away destinations including Cuba, Kenya, Cancun and Florida. To book log on their website here.