Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Delta Airlines Announces Special Introductory Fare on New Route to Bonaire of $239.00 Each Way

As we reported earlier today, Delta Airlines, the world’s second largest airline, is beginning new service from New York’s JFK to Bonaire and is offering a special introductory airfare of $239.00 each way.  The new service begins December 20, 2008.

The new fare is based on a round-trip purchase, and is available for sale through August 6, 2008 for travel between January 10 and April 4, 2009.  Additional taxes/fees/restrictions will apply.  This special fare is available for purchase only on www.delta.com or from a travel professional.  (Source:  TCB New York)

Note Update July 24, 2008: We’ve just been informed that, although the new route and special fare are in the Delta computer, they are still dealing with one glitch.  This is only apparent to those trying to book directly on www.delta.com.

When searching for the fare, you’re given a choice of either “price” or “schedule.” The default is “price”, however, this may not show the special fare or route.

However, if you choose the “schedule” option, then it displays properly and you’ll get the lowest fare.

We’re told Delta is scurrying to fix this, but for those trying to make plans and getting frustrated, this is the fix. (Source:  TCB-NY)