Blue Bird Airways Launches Cheaper Flights to Crete Amidst Storm Damage
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Blue Bird Airways has launched significantly cheaper flights to Crete from Israel, with one-way tickets starting at 65 euros, aiming for year-round travel. This comes as the popular Greek island is recovering from severe October storms that caused extensive flooding and damage, including in the Heraklion area. The airline's marketing director, Ilan Shalev, stated the move reflects a growing demand for non-seasonal travel. Despite the new low fares, the island's weather remains unstable, posing risks of further flooding.
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- Blue Bird Airways now offers flights to Crete from Israel starting at 65 euros one-way.
- The new fares represent a nearly 47% reduction compared to previous prices for the Greek island.
- The airline aims to promote year-round travel to Crete, not just during the summer season.
- The launch coincides with severe storm damage and flooding on Crete, impacting tourist areas.
- A recent storm caused widespread damage and resulted in at least one fatality on the island.
- Ilan Shalev, the marketing director, cited evolving travel demands for the new strategy.
Blue Bird Airways has significantly reduced the price of direct flights from Israel to the Greek island of Crete, with one-way tickets now available starting at 65 euros. This new pricing strategy, which represents a nearly 47% decrease from previous fares, aims to make travel more accessible year-round, moving beyond traditional summer seasonality. Previously, flights to Chania on Crete in May 2026 were priced from 122 euros, while new flights to Heraklion are now offered at the lower rate. The airline is also offering travel packages including stays in five-star hotels, starting from 299 euros per person, though specific details require confirmation at booking. This initiative comes as Crete grapples with the aftermath of a severe storm in early October that caused widespread flooding and infrastructure damage, particularly in areas popular with Israeli tourists, including Heraklion. The storm resulted in hundreds of emergency calls and the death of an 81-year-old farmer near Rethymno. Weather conditions on the island remain unstable, with ongoing rainfall increasing the risk of further flooding, though a decrease in intensity is expected by the end of the week.
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