Budget travelers now have one other option when flying from Seattle, Washington to San Francisco and other US destinations.
Virgin America, the newest entry into the U.S. discount airline market, is quickly expanding. Yesterday, they announced they are adding a seventh city to the list of cities they service with a new San Francisco to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport route.
The airline will begin by offering three daily flights on this route, starting this week. From San Francisco, convenient connecting flights are also available to Seattle from New York's JFK International, San Diego, Las Vegas, and Washington Dulles International airports.
Starting on April 8, 2008, the airline will also add three daily roundtrips between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Seattle to the schedule, with a fourth roundtrip starting on May 11, 2008.
Virgin America's introductory San Francisco to Seattle fares start at $77 one way in the main cabin and $177 one way in First Class. Los Angeles to Seattle introductory fares will start at $99 one way in economy and $199 one way in First Class. These fares must be booked at least 21 days in advance and do not include airport security fees or taxes.
Launched in August 2007, Virgin America has quickly shaken up the American discount airline market with luxury amenities, such as in-flight entertainment at your seat, mini bars and touch-screen TVs, at a budget friendly price, and looks to have ten cities on their routes by the end of 2008.
To read more about the airline, including how to book your tickets, check out the Budget Vacations article Virgin America Takes Flight.
