LONDON- Passengers across London and the South East will have access to 223 destinations from 56 airlines at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) this summer, with 14 new services launching ahead of the UK school summer holidays.
UK’s second-largest airport is a crucial part of the national infrastructure, driving both regional and national economic growth.
London Gatwick New Routes
Newly launched short-haul routes include flights to Gothenburg (Sweden), Vagar (Faroe Islands), and Ponta Delgada (Azores, Portugal). A new service to Varna (Bulgaria) starts today, with Salerno (Italy) beginning on 13 July.
New long-haul options include Halifax (Canada), St John’s (Canada), Beijing (China), and Erbil (Iraq). Additionally, flights to Guangzhou (China) start on 20 June and to Singapore on 22 June.
Extra services to Jersey (Channel Islands), Skiathos (Greece), and Rome (Italy) are also now available.
Executive Remarks
Stephanie Wear, VP of Aviation Development at London Gatwick, said: “It’s fantastic that London Gatwick can offer passengers such a wide range of destinations this summer, whether for holidays, visiting family and friends, or business trips.
“As we strive to become the airport for everyone, regardless of their journey, we are committed to providing passengers with as much choice as possible. We are excited to expand our extensive network and welcome new airlines, including ITA Airways, Atlantic Airways, Azores Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and FlyErbil.
“We look forward to welcoming passengers flying from London Gatwick this summer. Once at the airport, 95% of passengers typically pass through security in less than five minutes and can enjoy excellent retail and dining options.”
Starting on 18 August, Air India will launch a new flight between London Gatwick and Bengaluru. Services to Bangkok (Thailand), Islamabad (Pakistan), and Rovaniemi (Finland) will also begin later this year.
London Gatwick is investing in its long-term future, with its planning application to regularly use the Northern Runway now in the examination phase with the Planning Inspectorate. This low-impact plan aims to improve resilience, reduce delays, and significantly boost the national and regional economy by supporting trade, and tourism, and creating new jobs.
Here’s the Flight Schedule:
New London Gatwick services (May – July 2024)
| Destination | Airline | Frequency |
| Short-haul | ||
| Gothenburg, Sweden | Norwegian | 4 x per week |
| Skiathos, Greece | easyJet | 2 x per week |
| Rome, Italy | ITA Airways | 7 x per week |
| Vagar, Faroe Islands | Atlantic Airways | 2 x per week |
| Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal | Azores Airlines | 2 x per week |
| Varna, Bulgaria | Wizz Air | 3 x per week |
| Salerno, Italy | easyJet | 2 x per week |
| Long-haul | ||
| Halifax | WestJet | 4 x per week |
| St John’s | WestJet | 3 x per week |
| Erbil. Iraq | FlyErbil | 1 x per week |
| Beijing, China | Air China | 7 x per week |
| Singapore | Singapore Airlines | 5 x per week |
| Guangzhou, China | China Southern | 3 x per week |
| Domestic | ||
| Jersey, Channel Islands | British Airways | 4 x per week |
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