Elite Airways Introduces Nonstop Service between Newport News VA & NYC/Newark and Long Island/Islip

Expanding upon its successful leisure routes along the east coast of the US, Elite Airways LLC today announced new nonstop flights between Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) and New York City/Newark (EWR) and Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP).  Scheduled nonstop service between PHF and EWR, and PHF and ISP, will begin on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting March 13, 2017. Early-bird fares start at $99 each way and tickets are now on sale at 877-393-2510 and EliteAirways.com.

Elite Airways operates a fleet of Bombardier CRJ-200 and CRJ-700 jet airliners known for comfort and efficiency, and maintains an impeccable safety record. Passengers receive free onboard snacks and beverages, first checked bag up to 50lbs, and no ticketing change fees (see website for details). Elite Airways is also pet friendly.

“Elite Airways is thrilled to provide the tri-state region with convenient access to all that the Hampton Roads area, Virginia Beach and Colonial Williamsburg have to offer, while providing nonstop jet service from PHF to both the Big Apple and Long Island,” said John Pearsall, President of Elite Airways. “We expect Newport News to be a very successful addition to our 2017 schedule, and we sincerely thank airport and community leaders for their support.”

“We welcome Elite Airways to the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF), and know their level of service will be greatly supported by our community,” stated Ken Spirito, A.A.E. — Executive Director.  “The addition of this highly sought after service and routes will provide business and leisure travelers the ability to once again travel non-stop to New York and the surrounding metropolitan areas. Additionally, Southeast Virginia offers the residents of New York non-stop access to world famous beaches, historical attractions and amusement parks.”

“We are pleased that Elite Airways is expanding its service from Islip’s Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Newport News, Virginia,” said Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter. “This new service offers residents living in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties, and even Brooklyn and Queens, the opportunity to travel back and forth to the Hampton Roads/Virginia Beach area three times a week, while enjoying a relaxing, stress-free travel experience through Long Island MacArthur Airport.  In turn, Virginia residents and business travelers can conveniently visit Long Island and enjoy its vineyards, world-class shopping, beautiful beaches, State Parks, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and even get to New York City via the train.”

About Elite Airways

Headquartered in Portland Maine, Elite Airways LLC was founded in 2006 by airline veterans with the goal to provide passengers a better travel experience with nonstop flights, competitive prices and exceptional service. Elite Airways is a U.S. Part 121 Air Carrier and provides chartered and scheduled service throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, and South America. The airline’s routes connect underserved communities with popular destinations that include New York City/Newark, Portland ME, Asheville NC, Myrtle Beach SC, Orlando-Melbourne, Sarasota-Bradenton, and Vero Beach FL, and the island of Bimini in the Bahamas. All scheduled flights are sold and operated by Elite Airways LLC, and available for purchase at www.EliteAirways.com or by calling 877-393-2510.

*Starting fare for a one way ticket. **For Elite Airways flights, the first checked bag and carry-on will be free, $50.00 USD for a second checked bag, and $75.00 for the third checked bag per person. Each checked bag weighing between 51 and 70 pounds will be assessed a fee of $25 in addition to the checked bag fee. Each checked bag weighing between 71 and 100 pounds will be assessed a fee of $100.00. All prices quoted in US Dollars ($ USD) unless specified otherwise. Visit EliteAirways.com for more details on our standard baggage service fee schedule. Dates of the advertised flights are subject to change in accordance with regulatory requirements. See the TSA website for a list of prohibited items.