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Delta Air Lines will add a new seasonal flight between Grand Cayman and New York, N.Y., starting June 13, 2020. The flight will operate on Saturdays through August 20, 2020, between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Grand Cayman’s recently renovated Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM).
 
“We are excited to welcome increased airlift from New York City to Grand Cayman this summer, particularly with a long-time international partner like Delta Air Lines that has an extensive network of travellers in the tristate region,” said Hon. Minister of Tourism, Mr. Moses Kirkconnell. “With Delta’s new seasonal service and the Department of Tourism’s annual, destination-wide summer promotions, we are poised to provide even more New Yorkers with a memorable and easily-accessible Cayman Islands vacation this summer.”
 
“Delta is New York’s No. 1 airline, and this service to the Cayman Islands joins the ranks of our more than 200 daily departures to more than 80 destinations in 30 countries,” said Chuck Imhof, Delta Vice President — New York Sales. “Families and vacationers seeking escape from the big city this summer will find the perfect adventure in this culturally rich island getaway.”
 
The launch of the new flight on one of the world’s largest global carriers, coupled with the Cayman Islands’ unmatched summer offerings, allows visitors the ultimate opportunity to experience an unforgettable, hassle-free summer vacation. To book, go online to www.delta.com or contact your local travel professional.
 
New York-JFK to Grand Cayman
Flight                      DL 0489
Departure              10:55 a.m.
Arrival                    1:37 p.m.
Frequency            Saturdays
 
Grand Cayman to New York-JFK
Flight                      DL 0490
Departure              2:50 p.m.
Arrival                    7:28 p.m.
Frequency            Saturdays
 
“Each new flight introduced to Grand Cayman provides visitors with more options to explore our beautiful destination while creating additional tourism and business opportunities among our valued airline partners,” said Ms. Rosa Harris, Director of Tourism. “We thank Delta for continuing to serve and invest in the Cayman Islands, and look forward to bringing even more travelers from the tristate area to experience our sun, sand, sea and Caymankind vibes this summer.”
 
Available in 2020, the Cayman Islands’ “Summer Only in Cayman” promotion will be valid for travel bookings from May through September 2020 and includes discounted accommodations, activities, meals, car rentals, attractions and more. Not to mention, travellers arriving in Grand Cayman will experience destination’s new-and-improved Owen Roberts International Airport which underwent a massive expansion to allow the island to accommodate more passengers, including an expanded departure hall, food court, VIP lounge, restaurants, children’s play area and a variety of new concessions. To learn more and book your vacation in the Cayman Islands, go to www.visitcaymanislands.com.