Virgin Atlantic and Cyprus Airways have signed a code sharing agreement on flights between the UK, the US and Cyprus.
Under the agreement, travellers will be able to purchase single itineraries to connect more easily between Cypriot gateway Larnaca and a variety of Virgin Atlantic’s US destinations on routes which currently see high levels of demand.
Passengers will be able to take advantage of one-stop ticketing and baggage check-in whether their travel originates in the US or Cyprus.
George Mavrocostas, executive chairman for Cyprus Airways said: “We are confident that the Cyprus travelling public will actively welcome this partnership, as it will be opening up the North Atlantic market on Cyprus’ flag carrier code in cooperation with Virgin Atlantic, jointly providing the care and comfort that both carriers offer on their flights. “
The initial agreement will see Cyprus Airways put their code on Virgin Atlantic flights operating between London Heathrow and Boston, Los Angeles, New York JFK and Newark, while Virgin Atlantic will code share on Cyprus Airways services between Larnaca and London Heathrow.
The two carriers expect the code share to come into force on 25 July 2011, subject to obtaining the relevant government approvals.
By Bev Fearis
