Going to Cyprus?:
If you're looking for a cheap option from London to Cyprus, Monarch Air is starting a new route in the summer of 2008.
Special Inaugural Rates:
Since the route is new, you can expect lower rates at least for the first season.
Keep an Eye Out for Crete:
At one time, Monarch served the Greek island of Crete as well. They may return to this route at some point in the future, so it's worth a look.
Cheap thrills:
Like Ryanair, easyJet, and other low-cost airlines, this one is light on frills but promises lower prices.
Comparison shopping?:
Since this is a small European airline, it may not show up when you're flight shopping with the major comparison engines. As I've mentioned before, finding a cheap flight to London and then going by a regional airline to your ultimate destination in Europe may be the cheapest way to fly. But it can take extra work, and you may not have just one ticket or itinerary in hand.
Easy online booking - but just don't call for help!:
If you need help with online booking, they have a number to call - but it will cost you 50 pence (about a dollar) per minute, plus possible additional charges if you're calling from a mobile phone.
Monarch Airlines:
Their motto is "The low-cost airline that cares". While I'm suspicious of any airline really caring these days, it's a nice sentiment.
The flights to Cyprus originate in London Gatwick and London Luton. Gatwick is probably the easiest of the two airports to manage; it's a bit of a stretch to call Luton "London".
Monarch also serves Spain, the Balearic islands, Portugal, and the Canary Islands. However, at this time, the Cyprus flights just go from London to Cyprus and back.
Telephone:
In the UK: +44 (0) 8700 40 50 40
In Cyprus: 800 95242
Homepage: Monarch Airlines
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