Jet2 cancels new Stansted-La Palma route weeks before launch
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 11:56 · Archive
Jet2 has cancelled its new direct flights from Stansted to La Palma in the Canary Islands, which were due to start on 6 November and run every Friday. The airline is also ending its Manchester-La Palma service on 30 October, a route that began in April this year and operated twice weekly.
Jet2 said it made the decision after reviewing its programme and customer demand. A Jet2 spokesperson stated: 'As a customer-focused business, we continually review our programme in response to what our customers want, and we will make adjustments where required. This gives us the ability to add flights and holidays in response to demand, and very occasionally we may withdraw them too.'
The Stansted route had been announced to meet demand from UK travellers seeking year-round sunshine in the Canary Islands. However, following the latest review, Jet2 decided to withdraw the flights and holidays to La Palma.
Affected passengers from both Stansted and Manchester can rebook another holiday with Jet2 or claim a full refund. The airline said it would contact customers or their travel agents to inform them of these options. A Jet2 spokesperson added: 'We would of course like to apologise to affected customers, however with a fantastic programme of services to a huge range of destinations, we are offering superb choice when it comes to rebooking their holidays with us.'
La Palma, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in the Canary Islands, is known for its volcanic landscapes, lush forests and black-sand beaches. Its capital, Santa Cruz, features colonial architecture and cobbled streets.
How it is being reported
- New route from Stansted Airport AXED just weeks before launchJet2 cancels its new Stansted-La Palma route before launch on November 6, while Manchester flights end October 30. Passengers can rebook or claim refunds.Brentwood Guardian · 12 Oct, 11:40
- New route from Stansted Airport AXED just weeks before launchJet2 cancels its new Stansted-La Palma route before launch on November 6, while Manchester flights end October 30. Passengers can rebook or claim refunds.Echo (Basildon) · 12 Oct, 11:40
- New route from Stansted Airport AXED just weeks before launchJet2 cancels its new Stansted-La Palma route before launch on November 6, while Manchester flights end October 30. Passengers can rebook or claim refunds.Colchester Gazette · 12 Oct, 11:40
In this story: Jet2 · Stansted Airport · La Palma · Canary Islands · Manchester
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