DFW International Airport Welcomes JetBlue Airways Flights to Boston

DFW AIRPORT, Texas, Dec. 7, 2011 -- Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport today announced that JetBlue Airways will serving DFW with three daily flights to Boston Logan International Airport, starting next May. The arrival of JetBlue at DFW continues the Airport's momentum of adding new air service, following a record year in 2011.

"Landing JetBlue at DFW is tremendous news for our Airport and for the passengers we serve," said Jeff Fegan, CEO of DFW International Airport. "We are pleased to welcome an innovative and respected carrier such as JetBlue, and we are confident DFW travelers will enjoy the great service, flight options and low fares that JetBlue provides."

JetBlue will fly three times daily to Dallas/Fort Worth starting on May 1, 2012, utilizing 100-seat Embraer 190 aircraft. Tickets will go on sale on December 13, 2011.

"We're excited to bring our Boston customers what they've been asking for – more options for their business and leisure travel to Dallas/Fort Worth," said JetBlue's Vice President Sales and Revenue Management Dennis Corrigan. "Our three daily non-stop flights are scheduled at optimal times to maximize convenience, and with the recent addition of new gates and ticket counter space at Logan, customers flying in and out of Boston will experience easier travel than ever before."

JetBlue is based in New York with a hub at JFK International Airport, and also serves the largest share of passenger traffic at Boston Logan International Airport. Known for its customer service, leather seating and on-board amenities, JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach of any U.S. airline, and serves 68 cities with 650 daily flights system wide. 

JetBlue will become the 20th passenger airline serving DFW when it launches service at Terminal E.