British Airways has announced it is increasing flights to two of its popular European ski destinations from Gatwick next winter.

From December 18th, flights to Turin in Italy will increase to ten a week and flights to Salzburg in Austria will increase to five a week, as both cities are popular destinations for ski holidays.

The extra return service to Turin will operate on a Sunday and extra return services to Salzburg will operate on Thursday and Saturday.

Fares include on-line check in and seat selection up to 24 hours before departure, a generous 23 kg checked-in luggage allowance plus a piece of hand luggage and a laptop or handbag, and no debit card fees.

British Airways offer fly-drives to Turin for customers wanting the freedom to discover the region’s lakes and mountains, as well as the popular Via Lattea and its many ski resorts.

Sophie McKinstrie, British Airways Gatwick, said: “These routes are already very popular with winter travellers and skiers in particular, so we have taken the opportunity to boost our winter schedule with the extra flights.”