Everything you need to know about Norse Atlantic, the low-cost airline that flies to New York for €105
Norwegian, the first low-cost company that focused on transatlantic travel, went bankrupt and today is a small company that has [...]
Norse Atlantic Airways
Norwegian, the first low-cost company to target transatlantic travel, went bankrupt and today is a small company who abandoned intercontinental aims. From its ashes and some of its managers Norse Atlantic was born.
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After getting the green light from the U.S. Dept, New carrier prepares to take off from Oslo to the U.S. and there is a major change from what were the initial plans: the flights will not be operated from secondary airports, as originally planned, but from main airports.
As of June 14 flights will be direct to New York-JFK, Los Angeles-LAX, Orlando-MCO and Fort Lauderdale-FLL.
The fleet
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As with Norwegian, Norse has focused on Dreamliners as the aircraft for its fleet. The 787 is configured in two cabins: economy and premium. For the occasion, Norse renamed the 787s, calling them "Longships," following the tradition of Norwegian's explorers, only now they no longer use ships but planes.
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On board, the only difference is the space available: for premium passengers it is 35% more than in economy. Wider seats, more legroom, and personal IFE. The seat does not become a bed, but the company promises that it will be "among the best in the skies" .
The rates
Everything, of course, revolves around tariffs, and Norse promises to cross the Atlantic from only 105€ per person, in the cheapest rate.
In each class, the airline offers 3 types of combination fares. The cheapest Economy Light ticket includes only a small backpack to be stowed under the seat in front; economy classic also includes a checked bag, cabin trolley, and lunch.
The Premium Plus fare, the most expensive, includes: seat selection, one piece of under-seat luggage, 1 carry-on (10 kilograms), 2 checked bags (23 kilograms) and 2 meals, as well as priority boarding and check-in. Price, however, triples in this case compared to the cheaper options.
In conclusion
At the moment it is not very convenient for us Italians to opt for this company, so we will just have to wait and see what upcoming European routes will become part of Norse's network.
