Wizz Air to Start Gatwick-Jeddah Services

Next year, Wizz Air will begin Gatwick-Jeddah flight services.

On March 31, the low-cost carrier’s first long-range Airbus A321XLR aircraft will be used for daily trips.

The seven-hour flight has one-way prices starting at £134.99.

According to Wizz Air, the airline will be able to provide direct access to “distant destinations” at much-reduced costs due to the aircraft’s increased reach and efficiency.  

Beginning on June 2, 2025, a second A321XLR will be stationed in Italy and fly daily between Milan Malpensa and Abu Dhabi.

Jozsef Varadi, the Chief Executive Officer of Wizz Air, said: “The Airbus A321XLR is the most cost-efficient aircraft in its class. Its enhanced range capability allows Wizz Air to connect the farthest destinations in its network, while also providing opportunities for further expansion, connecting more cultures, economies, and continents. 

“We are excited to offer unbeatable fares to our customers on the new route from London Gatwick to Jeddah. Since establishing our base at London Gatwick in 2020, we have demonstrated ambitious growth, making it a natural, strategic decision to operate our first Airbus A321XLR from this airport.”

Wizz Air has been increasing its presence at Gatwick Airport ever since the airline’s second UK hub opened in October 2020. With five Airbus A321 Neos stationed at Gatwick, the airline employs 259 people and flies to 26 destinations across 17 countries.

Stewart Wingate, Chief Executive at Gatwick, said: “We’re delighted that Wizz Air has decided to operate its first A321XLR based in the UK from London Gatwick.

“Wizz Air has grown consistently since opening its base here in 2020. This new type of aircraft will allow us to provide a wider range of routes and increase our capacity, offering our passengers even more travel opportunities. 

“The development will play an important role in the further growth of our intercontinental network, as we look to offer more choice for passengers and work towards our vision to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.”

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