Norse Atlantic Airways is celebrating the launch of new service from London to Los Angeles and San Francisco, with the inaugural flights taking off on June 30th and July 1st, 2023, respectively.
On Monday (July 3, 2023), Norse Atlantic Airways celebrated the launch of inaugural service from London Gatwick (LGW) to Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO), with the routes commencing on June 30th and July 1st, respectively. With the new routes, Norse now serves six U.S. destinations from their London base. Flights to Los Angeles will operate daily departing London at 10:35 and arriving at 14:10, while the return flight departs Los Angeles at 14:25 and arrive in London at 11:00+1. The London-San Francisco route will operate three times weekly and will depart London at 10:10 and arrives in San Francisco at 13:25, while the return flight departs SFO at 15:25 and arrives in London at 09:50+1. Return Economy fares from London to Los Angeles and San Francisco start from £460 and £455 respectively, taxes and fees included.
In Monday’s announcement, Norse Atlantic Airways’ CEO, Bjørn Tore Larsen, said,
“Los Angeles and San Francisco have now become the fifth and sixth destinations to the US from our London base. With the addition of these two destinations Norse Atlantic is now the largest long haul operator to the US from London Gatwick. We are proud to offer an affordable and convenient way to explore these two iconic cities and experience the renowned sights and cultural landmarks that make each destination unique. From the picturesque beauty of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge and the bustling streets of Fisherman's Wharf to the magic of Hollywood and the famous Santa Monica Beach, these two destinations have something for everyone.”
Norse Atlantic’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners are configured with Economy and Premium cabins, and customers can choose between Light, Classic and Plus fares. Light fares represent the best value, while Plus fares include the maximum baggage allowance, two meal services and an enhanced airport and onboard experience and added ticket flexibility. Each seat is equipped with a state-of-the art inflight entertainment (IFE) experience, and Premium cabin seats feature a generous 43-inch seat pitch and a comfortable 12-inch recline.
Founded in March 2021 by major shareholder and CEO Bjørn Tore Larsen, Norse Atlantic Airways offers affordable transatlantic and European flights. The airline’s first flight between Oslo and the U.S. departed on June 14, 2022. The company’s head office is located in Arendal, Norway, and Norse has a second office in London. Norse has a fleet of 15 modern, fuel-efficient Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. The carrier offers service to New York, Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Miami, Washington, San Francisco, Boston, Oslo, Paris, Rome, London, Berlin, Bangkok and Barbados, as well as Kingston and Montego Bay in Jamaica.
Source: Norse Atlantic Airways / Cision