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Norwegian to launch long-haul transatlantic flights from Rome
Norwegian has announced it will launch flights from Rome to three cities in the United States – Los Angeles, New York City/Newark and Oakland/San Francisco from November.
US preclearance for Norwegian transatlantic passengers from Ireland
Norwegian has announced that new low-cost transatlantic flights from Ireland to the US East Coast will include use of the preclearance facilities at Dublin and Shannon airports for passengers.
Norwegian takes next step in Argentina expansion
The Norwegian Group board of directors has approved the launch of Norwegian Air Argentina’s plans of operation. The commencement of routes is dependent on government approvals.
Norwegian carries 2.6m passengers in April as Easter drives traffic
Norwegian carried more than 2.6 million passengers in April, an increase of 15 per cent compared to the same month last year. The figures are positively influenced by Easter traffic.
Bobby Moore to become latest Norwegian tailfin hero
Norwegian has announced that iconic English footballer Bobby Moore will become its latest British tail fin hero to appear on the airline’s brand new aircraft.
Norwegian to launch low-cost flights to Changi Airport, Singapore
Norwegian will launch a new route from London Gatwick to Singapore this winter as the airline’s growing low-cost long-haul UK network expands into Asia for the first time. From September, Norwegian will operate four weekly flights, increasing to five in the winter, from London Gatwick to Singapore Changi Airport.
Norwegian to offer low-cost transatlantic flights to Denver and Seattle
Norwegian is continuing its transatlantic expansion by launching two new routes from London Gatwick to Seattle and Denver. More than 125,000 seats are available on Norwegian’s first route to America’s Pacific Northwest and the only route from Gatwick to Denver.
Norwegian chief welcomes competition in low-cost transatlantic market
Bjørn Kjos, chief executive of low-cost carrier Norwegian Air, has urged rivals to join the carrier in the low-cost transatlantic market. “I hope some of our competitors make it in this market,” he said, “they are creating demand, bringing in passengers who could not afford to fly before.”
Norwegian signs partnership with Expedia Affiliate Network
Low-cost airline Norwegian has launched a global partnership with Expedia Affiliate Network giving the carrier’s loyal customers access to exclusive rates at a broader range of hotels while earning cost savings on all Norwegian flights.
Norwegian welcomes 2.1m passengers in February
Norwegian carried close to 2.1 million passengers in February, an increase of 12 per cent compared to the same month last year. The growth is primarily driven by a 53 per cent growth in the company’s intercontinental traffic.
Transatlantic routes drive up passenger numbers at Norwegian
Norwegian carried more than 2.1 million passengers in January, an increase of 20 per cent compared to the same month previous year.
Norwegian to honour pioneering UK pilot Amy Johnson
Norwegian has announced that pioneering pilot Amy Johnson will become its second British tail fin hero, with the renowned pilot’s portrait set to appear on two Norwegian aircraft later this year. The airline has honoured iconic figures on the tails of its aircraft, and already has more than 80 tail fin heroes featuring personalities who symbolise the spirit of Norwegian through innovation, challenging the norm, and inspiring others.