FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), Ft. Lauderdale's carrier of choice, announced today it will be adding a third daily flight between Fort Lauderdale and Nassau, making it even easier to connect Floridians with all that The Bahamas has to offer. The increased service builds on the success of JetBlue's existing nonstop Nassau service from Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, New York (JFK) and Boston.  

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"This additional flight would not be possible without the steadfast support of the Nassau and Paradise Island Promotions Board; we're very happy with the tremendous support we've received from customers in both South Florida and The Bahamas," said Scott Laurence, JetBlue's Vice President of Network Planning. "Whether it's business or pleasure, an hour-long trip and three daily JetBlue flights make it very easy to reach the Bahamas; a shiny new terminal doesn't hurt, either!"

"We are so pleased that JetBlue recognizes and continues to support Nassau Paradise Island as a popular vacation destination with the addition of this third daily flight," said Fred Lounsberry, Chief Executive Officer of the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board. "Along with the opening of a brand new terminal at Lynden Pindling International Airport, we are certain visitors will find it easier and more affordable than ever to plan a convenient island getaway any time of the year."

JetBlue's planned schedule between Nassau and Ft. Lauderdale (a):

In addition to this third flight to Nassau, Ft. Lauderdale travelers have access to multiple destinations in the Caribbean, like San Juan, Puerto Rico; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and Cancun, Mexico, as well as high frequency to the Northeast including New York's JFK, Boston, and Washington, D.C.. Furthermore, JetBlue recently announced flights from Ft. Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International Airport.  

JetBlue's Ft. Lauderdale to Nassau flights will be operated with its quiet and fuel efficient 100-seat Embraer 190 aircraft (E190); the only to offer in-flight entertainment with live DIRECTV® and XM Satellite Radio programming at every seat (b). The spacious E190 offers all-leather seating, industry-leading legroom, as well as unlimited free snacks and drinks served up by JetBlue's friendly, award-winning crewmembers.

About JetBlue Airways

New York-based JetBlue Airways has created a new airline category based on value, service and style. In 2010, the carrier ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Low-Cost Carriers in North America" by J.D. Power and Associates, a customer satisfaction recognition received for the sixth year in a row. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach of any U.S. airline (based on average fleet-wide seat pitch) and super-spacious Even More Legroom seats. JetBlue is also America's first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customers inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue's control. Visit www.jetblue.com/promise for details. JetBlue serves 64 cities with more than 700 daily flights. Later this year JetBlue plans to introduce service to Anchorage, Alaska, and Martha's Vineyard, Mass. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information call +1 800 538 2583 from the U.S.A., TTY/TDD +1 800 336 5530, or visit www.jetblue.com.

(a) Schedule is valid through June 30, 2011. For updated schedules please visit www.jetblue.com.  

(b) Live satellite TV and radio programming is not available on flights outside the continental U.S.

SOURCE JetBlue Airways