Advertisement
Canada markets close in 5 hours 47 minutes

  • S&P/TSX

    21,635.15
    +47.27 (+0.22%)
     

  • S&P 500

    5,482.72
    +9.49 (+0.17%)
     

  • DOW

    38,795.69
    +17.59 (+0.05%)
     

  • CAD/USD

    0.7291
    +0.0002 (+0.03%)
     

  • CRUDE OIL

    81.13
    +0.80 (+1.00%)
     

  • Bitcoin CAD

    88,518.95
    -1,071.54 (-1.20%)
     

  • CMC Crypto 200

    1,346.85
    -42.55 (-3.06%)
     

  • GOLD FUTURES

    2,339.30
    +10.30 (+0.44%)
     

  • RUSSELL 2000

    2,024.71
    +2.70 (+0.13%)
     

  • 10-Yr Bond

    4.2460
    -0.0330 (-0.77%)
     

  • NASDAQ

    17,870.29
    +13.28 (+0.07%)
     

  • VOLATILITY

    12.39
    -0.36 (-2.82%)
     

  • FTSE

    8,191.05
    +48.90 (+0.60%)
     

  • NIKKEI 225

    38,482.11
    +379.67 (+1.00%)
     

  • CAD/EUR

    0.6782
    -0.0005 (-0.07%)
     
MARKETS LIVE BLOG:

S&P 500, NASDAQ HOVER NEAR RECORD HIGHS AT OPEN

U.S. retail sales rose at slower-than-expected pace in May amid high interest rates, inflation

JetBlue Announces it will Serve Northern Maine and New Brunswick Travelers with New Daily Flights Between Boston and Presque Isle

Business Wire
·4 min read

Easy same-terminal connections available to top destinations including Florida, Las Vegas, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic for residents of northern Maine and New Brunswick

To celebrate launch $59 one-way fares available online only on JetBlue.com

NEW YORK, June 14, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it will launch new daily jet service between Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Presque Isle International Airport (PQI), starting September 5, 2024, with tickets now available for sale. This new route not only offers residents of northern Maine and New Brunswick convenient access to the city of Boston and dozens of other JetBlue and partner airline destinations around the globe, but it also opens up the beauty of the Crown of Maine and the region to travelers from around the world.

"We are excited for the opportunity to bring Boston flights back to The County while also offering the community access to their top destinations around the U.S., Caribbean, and beyond through our large focus city at Logan International Airport," said Dave Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue. "We thank the U.S. Department of Transportation for selecting JetBlue for this new Essential Air Service route. We take our responsibility of offering northern Maine reliable, high-quality service seriously, and look forward to introducing the region to our award-winning JetBlue experience."

ADVERTISEMENT

"The City of Presque Isle and Aroostook County are pleased to begin a new chapter in airline service partnering with JetBlue," said Presque Isle City Council Chair Kevin Freeman. "We are eagerly awaiting to experience JetBlue's renowned innovation and creativity which will expand and grow air travelers' experiences in our region."

Convenient connections to Boston and beyond

For residents of northern Maine and New Brunswick, the new JetBlue service provides the option for easy same-day travel to Boston, one of the nation’s most dynamic cities. Whether for business or leisure, travelers can also take advantage of same-terminal connections to and from many of the 75 destinations JetBlue serves nonstop from Boston Logan across the Americas and Europe. Additionally, this new route gives travelers originating in the region countless other global connections with JetBlue’s many partner airlines with the convenience of a single ticket and through-checked baggage.

Discover Presque Isle: A hidden gem in Maine

Nestled in the heart of Aroostook County, Presque Isle is a destination rich with natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and vibrant local culture. Visitors can explore the stunning landscapes of Aroostook State Park, enjoy year-round recreational activities including hiking, skiing, and fishing, and experience the warmth and hospitality of a close-knit community. The surrounding region stretching from the historic St. John River Valley south to Baxter State Park offers picturesque scenery and a plethora of activities to satisfy any traveler’s appetite for adventure.

Schedule Between Boston (BOS) and Presque Isle (PQI)

Daily service from Boston starting September 5, 2024; daily service from Presque Isle starting September 6, 2024

BOS – PQI Flight #206

PQI – BOS Flight #207

8:45 p.m. – 10:10 p.m.

5:45 a.m. - 7:10 a.m.

Book better with JetBlue

To celebrate today’s announcement, and for a limited time, travelers can take advantage of special $59 one-way fares available online only on www.jetblue.com.1

Customers who book directly through jetblue.com are guaranteed to find our lowest fares and can enjoy additional benefits including access to all of JetBlue’s fare options, as well as fare sales and promotions, some of which may not be available through other third-parties; the ability to earn 2x TrueBlue loyalty points and participate in Points Pooling; seamless seat selections and upgrades to Even More® Space; 24/7 direct access to JetBlue’s customer service channels; and more.

All JetBlue customers enjoy an award-winning, customer-centric experience including the most legroom in coach2, seatback entertainment at every seat and fast, free, unlimited Fly-Fi3 on all flights.

About JetBlue

JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan. JetBlue, known for its low fares and great service, carries customers to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada and Europe. For more information and the best fares, visit jetblue.com.

  1. Boston (BOS) to/from Presque Isle (PQI): One-way only. Book by 6/16/2024 for travel 9/5/2024-11/20/2024. 21-day advance purchase required.

  2. JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S. airlines.

  3. Fly-Fi® and live television are available on all JetBlue-operated flights. Coverage area may vary by aircraft. Details on inflight wi-fi and entertainment: https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240614825762/en/

Contacts

JetBlue Corporate Communications
Tel: +1.718.709.3089
corpcomm@jetblue.com