Fly to Hong Kong for £75
Wednesday, 05 Jul 2006 13:44
Hong Kong looks set to benefit from a budget airline link
A new budget airline is launching flights to Hong Kong from just £75 one-way.
Oasis Hong Kong Airlines plans to launch cheap flights between London Gatwick and Hong Kong in October.
The first low-cost carrier to connect the UK with Asia will initially operate the service five times a week.
British Airways, Cathay Pacific and Virgin Atlantic are among the airlines that currently fly from the UK to Hong Kong, but their lowest fares are well above what Oasis Hong Kong Airlines plans to offer.
The company's chief executive, Steve Miller, said: "We are pleased to announce the first ever low-fare, high quality long-haul flights from London to the far east and we look forward to launching flights to more destinations in the future."
Passengers will be able to upgrade basic tickets with add-ons such as advance seat reservations, lounge passes and upgraded menus.
He added: "Our innovative offering looks set to change the future of long-haul travel to and from Asia."
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