Codeshare Agreement to Benefit Bristol Airport

Both Continental and Brussels Airlines are members of the Star Alliance

It has been revealed that the recently announced codeshare flight agreement between Brussels Airlines and Continental Airlines will benefit Bristol Airport. While on the surface not seeming to affect UK travellers, the Belgian operator's agreement will mean continued flights via Bristol.

The news has come as a welcome relief after Continental Airline's revealed that their direct flight from Bristol to New York was to be terminated on November 7th. However, with the new codeshare agreement between the two foreign companies, it means that three daily flights will arrive in Bristol from Brussels, allowing British travellers to join the onward journey to New York's Newark Airport.

Belonging to the Star Alliance which also includes Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, and South African Airways, the two firms revealed their codesharing plans a couple of days ago. It means that each airline can sell tickets for flights with the other company, providing both passengers in America and Belgium with a host of new travel routes. And with a New York bound service flying via Bristol, it offers additional travel options for UK passengers.

Speaking of the news Bristol airport's Aviation Director, Shaun Browne, said "This agreement is good news for Continental's customers in the south-west and Wales. It means they can continue to enjoy the convenience of flying from their regional airport even when Continental's direct service to New York ceases to operate later this year." And with New York remaining a hot destination, especially with the Christmas shopping period looming, the announcement of continued service to the Big Apple is likely to be welcomed by all.

Posted by Amelia, 11 August 2010 13:53

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