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SKY express launches direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Athens

Posted: 19 October 2022 | | No comments yet

From October 26 2022, SKY express has announced new connections from Milano Malpensa International Airport to Athens International Airport with the state-of-the-art ‘green’ Airbus A320neo and highly competitive fares.

SKY express launches direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Athens

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From October 26 2022, the new era airline will connect the two destinations directly with the state-of-the-art ‘green’ Airbus A320neo and highly competitive fares.

Greece’s greenest fleet and one of the most environmentally friendly in Europe is spreading its wings for the metropolis of style and the Opera, Milan. Responding to the demands of the travelling public, SKY express reinforces its presence in the Italian market by connecting with direct flight from Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) to Athens International Airport (ATH). The itinerary broadens the choices of passengers, while creating new opportunities for interaction between the two popular destinations for business, studies, or tourism. Passenger will be able to choose between SKY joy, SKY joy+, SKY enjoy, upgrading their flight experience, while in addition to free service, they can taste premium branded products with SKY Drinks & Bites service. With the inclusion of Milan in its international network, SKY express makes Italy the first European country to operate two destinations throughout the year.

Vasilis Krasanakis, Revenue and Pricing Manager at SKY express commented: “In Italy, a year ago, we created a bridge that boosts tourism and the economy. A decision vindicated by the dynamic response from the passenger public. Staying true to its vision to fly higher every year, SKY express further strengthens its presence in the market, by launching the Athens – Milan direct connection and now offering travellers a new, reliable, and cost-effective option”

“We welcome SKY express, a new carrier whose investment in our airport further expands Malpensa’s network,” said Andrea Tucci, Vice President Aviation Business Development, SEA Milan Airports. The new connections to Athens satisfy the traffic demand to European cities, like Milan, attracting the most dynamic and curious tourism that searches for a complete travel experience. SKY express in addition to this connection brings a wider network to the Greek islands improving the quality of connections already this fall. Offering our market the possibility to discover a Mediterranean with different flavours, scents and colours compared to those we are used to in the summer”.

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