Is Jet2 a long haul?

Jet2's chief executive has admitted “never say never” when asked if the company might consider flying to the Caribbean. Speaking at the tour operator's annual 2021 conference, Steve Heapy said there were no plans for long haul flights “at the moment”.



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A long-haul holiday is generally considered to be one with a flight time of six hours or more.

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Jet2.com – which flies from 10 UK airports to more than 65 destinations – came out top with an overall customer score of 80%. It was one of only two short-haul carriers – the other being the airline Norwegian, which scored 74% – to achieve “recommended provider” status.

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We felt that the legroom on the Jet2 flights was more generous than what we have experienced with other airlines on short haul routes. Another feature I liked with these seats was the fact that they don't recline, it's a shame that airlines don't introduce this in their economy cabins on long-haul flights.

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We're an award-winning airline! Here at Jet2.com, our shelves are filled with shiny trophies! We've won many prestigious awards over the years and it's all thanks to our friendly customer service, on-time flights and incredible value fares.

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A short-haul flight is one of up to 3 hours in duration. Medium-haul flights take 3-6 hours. A long-haul flight runs for 6-12 hours, whilst an ultra-long-haul flight is in the air for over 12 hours.

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How to survive a long-haul flight: 10 proven tips
  1. Find comfortable clothes to wear on long flights. ...
  2. Reserve a good seat. ...
  3. Prepare yourself for sleep. ...
  4. Don't pack too much in your cabin luggage. ...
  5. Take your own snacks. ...
  6. Move around the plane. ...
  7. Stay hydrated. ...
  8. Relax!


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This long-haul flight from New York (JFK) to London (LHR) takes about 7 hours and 5 minutes.

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12 Tips (and Carry-On Essentials) for Surviving a Long-Haul Flight
  1. Buy your ticket as early as possible. ...
  2. Wear your most comfortable outfit. ...
  3. Invest in a good travel pillow, earplugs, and sleep mask. ...
  4. Pack your own headphones. ...
  5. Take the smallest personal item you can. ...
  6. Bring your own snacks, or buy some before boarding.


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A guide to choosing the best seat on flights
  • The best seat for maximum legroom: Any exit-row seat.
  • The best seat for sleeping or limited noise: A window seat away from the bathroom and cabin crew areas.
  • The best seat for minimal turbulence: A seat over the wing.


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We asked travel bloggers and other experts to share their tips for making long plane rides more comfortable.
  1. Carry On One Bag. ...
  2. Block Out The Noise. ...
  3. Take Time To Stretch. ...
  4. Layer Up. ...
  5. Wear Your Glasses. ...
  6. Choose A Seat Wisely. ...
  7. Hydrate. ...
  8. Bring Snacks.


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Seat and Amenities Being a low-cost carrier, the seats don't recline or have headrests and the actual leg room is about an inch less than their full-service competitor, British airways (BA).

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Jet2 has a fairly reasonable baggage allowance for passengers compared with other competition airlines, such as the strict Ryanair baggage rules. However, Jet2 passengers still need to follow weight and size restrictions and can be caught out by fees if they exceed their designated cabin and hold luggage allowance.

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