https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/gatwick airport/ Gatwick Airport News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:34:24+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-two-new-routes-from-london-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-two-new-routes-from-london-gatwick-airport/ Two new routes will take passengers to Prague, Czechia and Hurghada, Egypt Flights to the popular holiday destinations will commence on October 31 Fares start from £21.99 to Prague and from £48.99 to Hurghada Mon, 29 May 2023 06:11:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-to-return-to-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-to-return-to-london-gatwick/ There will be more USA to explore nonstop from London Gatwick as Delta Air Lines starts daily nonstop flights to New York-JFK. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:24:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-to-expand-further-in-the-uk-with-new-services-from-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-to-expand-further-in-the-uk-with-new-services-from-london-gatwick/ Air India to become first Indian airline to operate at London’s Gatwick Airport Nearly 500 jobs likely to be created in the UK due to fleet expansion and new services Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:45:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-mauritius-announces-daily-flights-from-london-gatwick-to-indian-ocean-i/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-mauritius-announces-daily-flights-from-london-gatwick-to-indian-ocean-i/ London Gatwick Airport passengers will benefit from greater choice when looking for winter sun this year, with Air Mauritius announcing daily flights to the Indian Ocean island. Sat, 25 Mar 2023 08:56:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-to-strengthen-uk-india-community-ties-with-new-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-to-strengthen-uk-india-community-ties-with-new-flights/ London Gatwick, part of VINCI Airports’ network, is set to welcome its latest new airline this summer, with Air India announcing four new routes to Goa, Ahmedabad, Amritsar and Kochi (Cochin), starting from 26 March. Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:07:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-announces-51-flights-a-week-to-the-usa-for-thanksgiving-and/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-announces-51-flights-a-week-to-the-usa-for-thanksgiving-and/ Passengers travelling to the USA from Gatwick Airport can now choose from 51 flights per week to popular destinations including New York, Orlando, Boston and Tampa. Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:16:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-unveils-new-innovative-and-more-sustainable-plan-in-resurfa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-unveils-new-innovative-and-more-sustainable-plan-in-resurfa/ London Gatwick Airport, part of VINCI Airports’ network, has just completed (Sept 2022) an innovative plan to resurface its main runway in half the time and for half the cost – while saving significant amounts of embodied carbon1 by using 70% less asphalt – compared to traditional resurfacing methods. Sat, 08 Oct 2022 06:08:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-will-gain-a-new-year-round-vietnam-service-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-will-gain-a-new-year-round-vietnam-service-this-winter/ Bamboo Airways will launch weekly flights to Ho Chi Minh City on 7 December. The Vietnamese carrier will operate the route using a three-class Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:47:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-welcomes-back-delta-air-lines-daily-services-to-new-york-jf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-welcomes-back-delta-air-lines-daily-services-to-new-york-jf/ Passengers travelling to the USA from Gatwick Airport can now book flights to New York JFK with Delta Air Lines, after the operator announced it would be returning to the London airport from next April. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 06:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-launches-official-new-mascot/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-launches-official-new-mascot/ Passengers travelling through Gatwick this summer will be able to take advantage of a number of special offers, competitions and seasonal drink choices, as part of the airport’s new campaign - ‘Explore Like Never Before’. Sun, 24 Jul 2022 13:30:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lego-stores-open-at-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lego-stores-open-at-london-gatwick/ Key LEGO themes including Duplo, City and Architecture are also available, alongside internationally recognised licenses such as Harry Potter, Marvel and Star Wars. Sun, 10 Jul 2022 05:10:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norse-atlantic-airways-launches-ticket-sales-between-london-gatwick-new-yor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norse-atlantic-airways-launches-ticket-sales-between-london-gatwick-new-yor/ Norse Atlantic Airways has opened ticket sales for flights between London Gatwick and New York JFK. UK customers will be able to take advantage of affordable fares and enjoy a quality service on board modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The daily direct service will commence on 12th August 2022. Mon, 30 May 2022 15:25:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-takes-next-steps-in-gatwick-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-takes-next-steps-in-gatwick-recovery/ As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic the airline had suspended its European operation at Gatwick Airport, moving a number of flights over to Heathrow. Tue, 29 Mar 2022 08:55:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-reopens-south-terminal-as-pandemic-recedes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-reopens-south-terminal-as-pandemic-recedes/ Gatwick has reopened its south terminal as the recovery from Covid-19 continues. At the same time, the airport has gone from offering 300 flights a day on Saturday to more than 500 today. Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:26:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-to-reopen-south-terminal-as-route-network-recovers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-to-reopen-south-terminal-as-route-network-recovers/ Gatwick Airport passengers will be able to choose from a range of more than 30 exciting long-haul destinations this summer as the south terminal reopens to guests. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:05:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-return-to-gatwick-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-return-to-gatwick-in-june/ UK customers will now have access to four gateways including five-times daily services from London Heathrow, 18-times weekly from Manchester and four-times weekly from Edinburgh. Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:29:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norse-atlantic-airways-secure-gatwick-slots/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norse-atlantic-airways-secure-gatwick-slots/ Norse Atlantic Airways has secured new slots at Gatwick at it prepares for take-off. Destinations are still to be confirmed, but the airline has secured two six-weekly slot pairs from the London airport. Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:10:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-looks-ahead-to-successful-summer-as-losses-narrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-looks-ahead-to-successful-summer-as-losses-narrow/ Gatwick has narrowed losses for financial 2021 as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to recede. The airport reported an annual loss of £370 million for the year to December. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:19:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-reopen-south-terminal-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-reopen-south-terminal-next-month/ Gatwick Airport has announced it will reopen its south terminal in March - after nearly two years being dormant – to help meet the expected strong demand this summer. Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:15:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-goes-double-daily-from-gatwick-as-demand-soars/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-goes-double-daily-from-gatwick-as-demand-soars/ Emirates has expanded its Gatwick services today, offering double-daily flights connecting people and businesses across the south of England with its growing global network. Tue, 08 Feb 2022 11:02:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vueling-adds-new-spain-routes-from-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vueling-adds-new-spain-routes-from-london-gatwick/ The International Airlines Group-owned carrier will now offer a total of 24 direct routes from the United Kingdom to Spain, France and Italy this summer. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:30:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-grow-presence-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-grow-presence-at-gatwick/ Wizz Air has acquired 15 daily slot pairs from Norwegian at Gatwick Airport. The deal means the low-cost carrier will base four additional Airbus A321neo aircraft at the airport. Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:36:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-spreads-modest-festive-cheers-as-numbers-pick-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-spreads-modest-festive-cheers-as-numbers-pick-up/ Gatwick Airport is set to welcome nearly 750,000 passengers across the Christmas and New Year period. The figure will likely be a 570 per cent increase on 2020 due to last year’s Covid-19 restrictions. Fri, 17 Dec 2021 10:46:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-returns-to-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-returns-to-gatwick-airport/ Emirates has restarted services to Gatwick, reconnecting people and businesses across the south of England with its growing global network. Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:09:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scoot-to-offer-low-cost-thailand-flights-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scoot-to-offer-low-cost-thailand-flights-from-gatwick/ Scoot has announced its first UK route. The carrier is set to offer the only low-cost non-stop service between Gatwick and Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok. Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:47:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coalition-calls-for-end-to-airport-slot-rules-suspension/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coalition-calls-for-end-to-airport-slot-rules-suspension/ A coalition formed of Gatwick, Belfast International and Edinburgh Airports, as well as Wizz Air, has written to transport secretary, Grant Shapps, urging him to reinstate suspended airport slot rules. Tue, 09 Nov 2021 09:22:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-aviation-fuel-used-for-first-time-at-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-aviation-fuel-used-for-first-time-at-gatwick-airport/ With the first one departing earlier, a total of 42 easyJet flights operating from Gatwick Airport are to be powered by a 30 per cent Neste My Sustainable Aviation Fuel blend. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 08:14:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-unveils-noise-reduction-plans-if-expansion-approved/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-unveils-noise-reduction-plans-if-expansion-approved/ Gatwick is proposing to set a cap (known as an ‘envelope’) on aircraft noise if its northern runway is brought into routine use - with the noise limit tightened further as flight numbers grow. Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:33:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-return-to-gatwick-in-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-return-to-gatwick-in-december/ Emirates will restart flights to London Gatwick Airport from December 10th. The carrier said it was responding to the easing of international travel restrictions. Tue, 28 Sep 2021 04:32:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ The travel sector in England has offered a warm welcome to a simplified system of restrictions unveiled by the government, arguing it will begin to rebuild confidence in the sector. Sat, 18 Sep 2021 06:54:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-hopes-to-operate-second-runway-by-2029/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-hopes-to-operate-second-runway-by-2029/ Gatwick has started a public consultation on plans to bring its existing northern runway into routine use alongside its main runway. The project runs until the end of December. Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:50:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-seeks-to-become-two-runway-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-seeks-to-become-two-runway-airport/ Gatwick has announced that a public consultation will start on September 9th on plans to bring its existing northern runway into routine use alongside its main runway. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:39:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/butler-appointed-chief-financial-officer-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/butler-appointed-chief-financial-officer-at-gatwick/ Gatwick has announced that Jim Butler will join the board as chief financial officer. His most recent role was as senior vice president – airport operations and cargo for American Airlines. Mon, 16 Aug 2021 10:09:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-joins-calls-for-removal-of-test-requirements/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-joins-calls-for-removal-of-test-requirements/ With over 75 per cent of UK adults double vaccinated, the government needs to take advantage of its world-leading programme, according to officials at Gatwick. Fri, 13 Aug 2021 09:59:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ The hospitality sector has given warm support to a loosening of travel restrictions in England announced by the government. The cruise sector is also set to rebound as international trips restart. Thu, 29 Jul 2021 08:33:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-travel-sector-left-reeling-by-portugal-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-travel-sector-left-reeling-by-portugal-decision/ The UK travel sector has reacted with shock and confusion to a decision by the government to remove Portugal from the green list of safe travel destinations. Fri, 04 Jun 2021 09:01:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-to-connect-new-york-to-london-from-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-to-connect-new-york-to-london-from-this-summer/ JetBlue will enter the transatlantic market later this year, offering flights between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and both Gatwick and Heathrow in London. Thu, 20 May 2021 13:11:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-signs-for-new-property-at-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-signs-for-new-property-at-gatwick-airport/ Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of Radisson Red London Gatwick Airport – located in proximity to the terminal at the second busiest airport in the UK. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:15:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-looks-to-recovery-following-465m-loss/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-looks-to-recovery-following-465m-loss/ Passenger numbers at Gatwick fell 78 per cent in the year to December as the Covid-19 pandemic closed borders around the world. The airport hopes to see a return this year. Fri, 26 Feb 2021 06:27:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-introduce-drop-off-charges-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-introduce-drop-off-charges-next-month/ Gatwick Airport will introduce a £5 charge for vehicles which drop off passengers directly outside its North Terminal next month. Currently all flights are operating to and from the terminal. Thu, 11 Feb 2021 10:19:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-plans-gatwick-expansion-for-summer-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-plans-gatwick-expansion-for-summer-2021/ In expectation of a rapid return to flying once restrictions are eased, the airline will base four more aircraft at the airport, taking its fleet up to a record 71 aircraft by next summer. Fri, 18 Dec 2020 09:20:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunexpress-to-launch-new-gatwick-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunexpress-to-launch-new-gatwick-connection/ Starting on March 28th, SunExpress will launch three weekly flights between London Gatwick and Antalya, offering passengers an ideal destination for the Easter holiday period. Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:22:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-hoping-for-festive-boost-as-christmas-getaway-begins/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-hoping-for-festive-boost-as-christmas-getaway-begins/ The airport is expecting to see a significant increase in passengers travelling over the Christmas period, with up to 200 flights a day forecast to operate to and from the London airport. Tue, 15 Dec 2020 10:52:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-returns-to-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-returns-to-gatwick-airport/ The airline has also scheduled four daily flights from London Heathrow, three daily flights from Manchester and three weekly flights from Edinburgh throughout December. Mon, 14 Dec 2020 17:20:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-covid-19-testing-facility-opens-at-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-covid-19-testing-facility-opens-at-gatwick-airport/ Gatwick Airport and ExpressTest have welcomed the opening of a new Covid-19 screening centre. The site will offer a fast and accurate and lab-analysed PCR swab test.  Fri, 20 Nov 2020 06:51:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dunn-steps-down-from-chief-financial-role-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dunn-steps-down-from-chief-financial-role-at-gatwick/ Gatwick chief financial officer, Nick Dunn, has stepped down from the role in order to take up a new career opportunity with alternative digital infrastructure provider CityFibre. Wed, 04 Nov 2020 08:53:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-base-at-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-base-at-london-gatwick/ With the inaugural flights to Athens and Naples, today marks the official opening of the new base, which is one of three in the UK for the, alongside London Luton and Doncaster Sheffield. Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:54:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-charge-for-curbside-drop-off/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-charge-for-curbside-drop-off/ Gatwick will introduce a charge for vehicles using the forecourt to drop off passengers from next year. The revenue raised will help the airport continue its recovery from the Covid-19 crisis. Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:20:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-rolls-out-uv-light-cleaning-system/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-rolls-out-uv-light-cleaning-system/ Gatwick has become the first airport in the UK to treat its security trays with enough UV light energy to guarantee a 99.9 per cent microbe disinfection rate. Fri, 18 Sep 2020 06:48:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-slump-sees-gatwick-report-loss-for-early-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-slump-sees-gatwick-report-loss-for-early-2020/ The airport remained open throughout the pandemic; however all revenue streams were impacted and the collapse in passenger demand led to a 61 per cent fall in revenue and a £321 million loss. Fri, 28 Aug 2020 05:01:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hundreds-of-jobs-to-go-in-gatwick-restructuring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hundreds-of-jobs-to-go-in-gatwick-restructuring/ The airport confirmed proposals could result in the region of 600 job roles being removed from across the business, approximately 24 per cent of the current staff. Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:27:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-base-at-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-base-at-gatwick-airport/ The airline will allocate one Airbus A321 aircraft to the south London hub and launch four new routes to leisure destinations in Greece, Italy, Spain and Malta from October. Tue, 18 Aug 2020 08:31:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pollard-appointed-chief-commercial-officer-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pollard-appointed-chief-commercial-officer-at-gatwick/ Jonathan Pollard is joining Gatwick in September as the new chief commercial officer of the airport. He will be responsible for driving forward airline relations, retail, restaurants and other commercial revenue streams, including car parking and property portfolios. Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:42:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-reopen-north-terminal-on-monday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-reopen-north-terminal-on-monday/ Gatwick has introduced a range of measures to protect the wellbeing of both passengers and staff as the airport prepares to reopen its North Terminal on June 15th. The move comes as airlines start scaling up flying programmes in the wake of the Covid-19 shutdown. Wed, 10 Jun 2020 08:21:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-optimistic-about-future-despite-coronavirus-hit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-optimistic-about-future-despite-coronavirus-hit/ Releasing its financial results earlier this month, officials at Gatwick added demand might not return to 2019 levels for as long as four years Thu, 07 May 2020 08:24:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-warns-passenger-recover-may-take-four-years/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-warns-passenger-recover-may-take-four-years/ Releasing its annual results, the airport said it had experienced unprecedented market circumstances and a dramatic decline in passenger numbers due to the impact the coronavirus pandemic. Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:49:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-become-coronavirus-testing-centre/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-become-coronavirus-testing-centre/ Initially for use by NHS staff and invited key workers from today, the site will be available between 09:00-17:00, on an appointment-only basis. Wed, 08 Apr 2020 08:06:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-temporarily-halt-gatwick-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-temporarily-halt-gatwick-operations/ A brief statement from the British flag-carrier said: “Due to the considerable restrictions and challenging market environment, like many other airlines, we will temporarily suspend our flying schedule at Gatwick.” Tue, 31 Mar 2020 09:12:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-cut-operations-to-single-terminal-during-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-cut-operations-to-single-terminal-during-april/ Gatwick will consolidate operations into the south terminal from April 1st. The decision comes in response to the severe and unparalleled impact of Covid-19 on the global aviation sector, officials said. Sat, 28 Mar 2020 09:12:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-cuts-staff-closes-gates-and-suspends-investment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-cuts-staff-closes-gates-and-suspends-investment/ Gatwick Airport has unveiled a series of steps designed to safeguard the “financial resilience” of the business in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. The plans will significantly reduce costs. Wed, 18 Mar 2020 10:30:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/faroe-islands-to-get-new-london-flight-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/faroe-islands-to-get-new-london-flight-this-summer/ Atlantic Airways has announced it will be launching a new direct flight from London Gatwick to Vágar Airport in the Faroe Islands from June 23rd. Mon, 24 Feb 2020 06:34:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-haul-growth-drives-up-revenue-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-haul-growth-drives-up-revenue-at-gatwick/ Gatwick Airport welcomed 26.6 million passengers in the six months to the end of September, an increase of 0.2 per cent on last year. Revenue was up 5.6 per cent, to £541 million, resulting in an EBITDA increase of 7.9 per cent to £351 million. Wed, 27 Nov 2019 06:50:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-boosts-shanghai-connections-for-winter-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-boosts-shanghai-connections-for-winter-2020/ Gatwick has been unveiled as the European airport with the fastest growing number of passenger seats to Shanghai, China. This exciting new growth is thanks to a brand-new Air China service which flies directly to the city. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 10:02:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-trial-speedy-boarding-techniques-to-cut-waiting-times/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-to-trial-speedy-boarding-techniques-to-cut-waiting-times/ London Gatwick is trialling a new boarding technique in a bid to avoid queues and congestion at gates. During the two-month trial, large digital screens and staff will be placed at Gate 101 to show passengers the order to board.  Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:08:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vodaphone-brings-5g-technology-to-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vodaphone-brings-5g-technology-to-gatwick-airport/ Passengers at Gatwick Airport can now experience the faster speeds and greater reliability of 5G thanks to Vodafone. This means they can enjoy gaming on the go or quickly download a film or TV box set or transfer large work documents before they catch a flight. Thu, 12 Sep 2019 09:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-rohit-ramachandran-chief-executive-jazeera-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-rohit-ramachandran-chief-executive-jazeera-a/ Kuwait-based Jazeera Airways is preparing for something of an aviation milestone next month, with the carrier set to launch the first low-cost, long-haul flights between the Middle East and the United Kingdom. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole catches up with chief executive Rohit Ramachandran to find out more Fri, 06 Sep 2019 13:24:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-takes-next-steps-in-northern-runway-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-takes-next-steps-in-northern-runway-plan/ Gatwick has formally started the process to bring its existing northern runway into routine use. The airport has submitted a notice to the planning inspectorate of its intention to prepare an application for development consent. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 15:22:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-unveils-plan-for-north-terminal-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-unveils-plan-for-north-terminal-expansion/ Gatwick has published a new five-year capital investment programme which highlights more investment in automation and technology as an enabler of sustainable growth. Sun, 11 Aug 2019 10:40:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-security-staff-strike-suspended/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-security-staff-strike-suspended/ Strikes by security workers at Gatwick airport have been suspended after an improved pay offer was made. The 130 members of Unite who are employed by ICTS (UK) to scan passengers’ luggage for explosive materials and other dangerous and prohibited materials, were due to stage a 48-hour strike from Saturday morning. Wed, 07 Aug 2019 11:37:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jazeera-airways-to-launch-first-uk-connection-in-half-a-century/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jazeera-airways-to-launch-first-uk-connection-in-half-a-century/ Jazeera Airways will start flying to Kuwait from London Gatwick on October 27th. The carrier will be utilising a new A320neo aircraft, with daily flights. This will be the first new service from the UK to Kuwait in 55 years. Mon, 05 Aug 2019 07:50:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-opens-new-domestic-arrivals-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-opens-new-domestic-arrivals-route/ London Gatwick has opened a new arrivals facility for domestic travellers from other parts of the UK and Republic of Ireland. It is hoped the facility will provide a faster and more convenient exit from the aircraft through a new dedicated arrivals route. Fri, 02 Aug 2019 11:05:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-reports-strong-passenger-numbers-for-early-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-reports-strong-passenger-numbers-for-early-2019/ London Gatwick has achieved its busiest-ever start to a financial year, as passenger numbers grew by 1.7 per cent in quarter one compared to 2018. In total some 12.5 million passengers travelled through the airport in the first three months. Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:35:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-strike-threats-at-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-strike-threats-at-gatwick-airport/ Two separate groups of workers at Gatwick airport are to begin balloting for industrial action over pay. If the workers vote for strike action, passengers at Gatwick are set to face delays and disruption later this summer. Thu, 11 Jul 2019 17:27:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-haul-traffic-drives-continued-growth-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-haul-traffic-drives-continued-growth-at-gatwick/ Gatwick has reported revenue increased 6.1 per cent to £811 million for the financial year just ended. Combined with careful cost management, this resulted an EBITDA increase of 7.3 per cent, to £441 million, and a profit after tax of £208 million. Tue, 18 Jun 2019 19:57:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vinci-airports-takes-control-of-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vinci-airports-takes-control-of-london-gatwick/ London Gatwick has announced a new chapter in its ownership as Vinci Airports completes the purchase of a 50.01 per cent stake in the airport. Global Infrastructure Partners will continue to manage the remaining 49.99 per cent interest in Gatwick. Tue, 14 May 2019 08:17:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgary-london-connection-with-new-dreamliner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgary-london-connection-with-new-dreamliner/ WestJet has launched a new Dreamliner service between Calgary and London Gatwick with the departure of WS1. The sold-out flight was a first for WestJet’s new 787-9 Dreamliner. Tue, 30 Apr 2019 05:21:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-off-to-a-flying-start-in-2019-as-passenger-numbers-rise/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-off-to-a-flying-start-in-2019-as-passenger-numbers-rise/ London Gatwick has achieved its busiest-ever start to a year, as passenger numbers grew by four per cent in financial quarter four, compared to 2018, as 9.7 million passengers travelled through in the first three months of 2019. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 07:02:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-and-delta-to-offer-new-york-and-boston-connections-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-and-delta-to-offer-new-york-and-boston-connections-from-gatwick/ Virgin Atlantic and Delta have announced plans to grow at London Gatwick – with the introduction of two new routes to Boston Logan and New York JFK from summer 2020. Fri, 05 Apr 2019 09:47:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-sells-gatwick-slots-at-newquay-flight-moves-to-heathrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-sells-gatwick-slots-at-newquay-flight-moves-to-heathrow/ International Airlines Group-owned Vueling will pay £4.5 million for the slots in two tranches, the first being receivable in the next few days. Flybe in 2013 sold several slots at Gatwick to easyJet for £20 million as it sought to rationalise its operations. Mon, 14 Jan 2019 09:08:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-stake-sold-to-vinci-airports-for-2.9-billion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-stake-sold-to-vinci-airports-for-2.9-billion/ Vinci Airports has signed an agreement to acquire an effective 50.01 per cent stake in Gatwick Airport, a freehold property airport. The transaction is expected to complete in the first half of 2019. Thu, 27 Dec 2018 08:13:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-slowly-reopening-following-drone-closure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-slowly-reopening-following-drone-closure/ Gatwick warned the departures and arrivals rate is currently restricted to just a few runway movements every hour. “Passengers must expect delays and cancellations again today,” explained a statement. Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:48:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-sees-all-flights-cancelled-by-drones/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-sees-all-flights-cancelled-by-drones/ More than 100,000 passengers have seen all flights from London Gatwick cancelled after two drones were spotted flying over the airport. The first device was spotted at around 21:00 last night with a second following earlier this morning. Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:19:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flights-suspended-at-gatwick-airport-following-drone-sighting/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flights-suspended-at-gatwick-airport-following-drone-sighting/ Flights from Gatwick Airport remain suspended today after drones were seen flying over the airfield late last night. The disruption comes at the start of the festive period, when the airport had expected to welcome 2.9 million passengers. Thu, 20 Dec 2018 09:34:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-connect-gatwick-to-cluj-napoca-romania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-connect-gatwick-to-cluj-napoca-romania/ Wizz Air has revealed the launch of a new route between Gatwick Airport and Cluj-Napoca. The news follows an announcement from Wizz Air UK, a UK-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Wizz Air Holdings, that it plans to expand at its London Luton base. Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:35:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-airports-prepare-for-record-passenger-numbers-as-festive-getaway-beg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-airports-prepare-for-record-passenger-numbers-as-festive-getaway-beg/ Airports in London are preparing for the busy Christmas period, with millions of passengers expected to fly out of the UK on festive breaks over the next week. Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:43:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harry-potter-arrives-at-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harry-potter-arrives-at-london-gatwick/ As the UK enjoys the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, the new 614 sq. ft. store offers a fantastic selection of items from across the Wizarding World. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 08:37:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-welcomes-new-shanghai-departure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-welcomes-new-shanghai-departure/ The new Shanghai route is a response to an increase in demand from Gatwick passengers for flights to China. Mon, 10 Dec 2018 09:07:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-breaks-passenger-records-in-six-months-to-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-breaks-passenger-records-in-six-months-to-september/ Gatwick has announced passenger numbers have reached an all-time high, with the airport welcoming 26.5 million visitors in the six months to September 30th. Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:43:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-adds-flights-to-san-francisco-and-miami/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-adds-flights-to-san-francisco-and-miami/ From March, Norwegian will serve Miami International Airport and San Francisco International Airport from London Gatwick, replacing its existing flights to Fort Lauderdale and Oakland airports. Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:04:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-offer-low-cost-flights-to-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-offer-low-cost-flights-to-brazil/ Norwegian has launched the UK’s first low-fare flights to Brazil with a brand-new direct route from London to Rio de Janeiro. Norwegian offers a growing network of long-haul flights from London Gatwick to 12 popular USA destinations and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 13:50:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-gatwick-budapest-connections-in-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-gatwick-budapest-connections-in-march/ The new Gatwick connection to Hungary’s capital will see Wizz Air increase its presence at London’s second busiest airport, where it already operates flights three times daily to the Romanian capital of Bucharest. Mon, 26 Nov 2018 08:58:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-claims-noise-reductions-as-airport-reaches-new-passenger-milestone/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-claims-noise-reductions-as-airport-reaches-new-passenger-milestone/ London Gatwick has welcomed 46 million passengers in the last twelve months – the first time ever the airport has achieved this passenger milestone. Gatwick also claimed it had been able to serve more passengers while at the same time reducing the number of residents within its noise footprint. Fri, 23 Nov 2018 10:04:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-passenger-numbers-for-london-airports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-passenger-numbers-for-london-airports/ Heathrow has reported strong passenger growth for October, up 4.4 per cent on the same month last year. At the same time, London Gatwick has announced that the airport has achieved over four million passengers in the month of October for the first time ever. Mon, 12 Nov 2018 09:11:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-to-launch-new-london-ankara-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-to-launch-new-london-ankara-connections/ Turkish Airlines will be operating the only direct flight from London Gatwick to Ankara, Turkey, from January 9th. Flights will depart from London Gatwick and will operate twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Fri, 09 Nov 2018 09:16:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-launches-flights-to-tampa-bay-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-launches-flights-to-tampa-bay-florida/ Norwegian’s non-stop service to Tampa Bay has commenced, offering consumers an affordable way to access Florida’s west coast. The new service will operate twice-weekly from London Gatwick to Tampa International Airport. Fri, 02 Nov 2018 08:56:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/special-assistance-staff-to-strike-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/special-assistance-staff-to-strike-at-gatwick/ Thousands of passengers who need assistance will be affected when more than 250 workers stage three 48-hour stoppages from 05:00 on November 20th, ending at 05:00 on November 22nd. Thu, 01 Nov 2018 10:41:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-moots-routine-use-of-standby-runway-to-boost-capacity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-moots-routine-use-of-standby-runway-to-boost-capacity/ Gatwick Airport has set out a controversial vision for its future with the publication of a new draft master plan. The plan is being announced to the airport’s independent consultative committee GATCOM which meets today. Thu, 18 Oct 2018 08:12:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-travellers-drive-gatwick-to-busiest-ever-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-travellers-drive-gatwick-to-busiest-ever-september/ Stewart Wingate, chief executive, London Gatwick said: “With our long-haul network thriving, we’re in a strong position to support a post-Brexit Britain, when long-haul connections to countries like China will be more important than ever before.” Fri, 12 Oct 2018 05:17:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-airports-report-record-breaking-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-airports-report-record-breaking-summer/ Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton airports have all set new milestones as British travellers enjoyed a recording breaking summer holiday. Wed, 12 Sep 2018 08:21:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-eastern-to-launch-shanghai-connection-from-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-eastern-to-launch-shanghai-connection-from-london-gatwick/ A vital new long-haul connection from London Gatwick to Shanghai – China’s largest city – was announced today, as Gatwick recorded year-on-year long-haul growth of 21 per cent during July. Thu, 09 Aug 2018 07:59:16 +0000