Luton Airport News
TUI cancels Luton flights as airport moves into tier four
The travel giant said it would not operate departures from the airport until December 30th at the earliest, when restrictions are due to be reassessed.
Wizz Air takes off for Madeira from Luton
From relaxing on the black sand beaches, to hiking alongside the levada water channels to swimming with dolphins and exploring vineyards, Madeira is a very inviting destination.
Collapse in London Luton Airport passenger numbers
Just 105,000 passengers travelled through the airport this November, a drop of 90 per cent compared to the same period last year. The figure comes as the country emerges from a second lockdown.
Passenger numbers fall by two thirds at London Luton
A total of 575,000 passengers travelled through London Luton Airport in September, a decrease of 66 per cent compared with the same period last year.
Luton calls for aviation support as passenger numbers sag
Passenger numbers at Luton Airport were down 56 per cent last month compared to August 2019. In total, some with 820,000 people travelled through the airport.
Rayner takes up chief commercial officer role at London Luton
In the job, Jonathan Rayner will be responsible for growing and developing the commercial activity of the airport by working with airlines, retailers and other business partners.
Small recovery in passenger numbers at Luton airport
Despite having the strongest recovery of any major airport in the UK, passenger numbers at London Luton Airport were down by 74 per cent last month compared to the same period in 2019.
Wizz Air to relaunch Russian routes next month
Wizz Air has announced the restart of its Russian routes, with flights from Luton taking off from August 15th. Flights will operate twice a week to the Russian capital and once a week to St Petersburg.
London Luton Airport battles Covid-19
London Luton has shared a new video highlighting some of the ways the airport helped the national fight against coronavirus. Highlights include repatriation flights, importing PPE, hosting a Covid-19 testing centre and supporting RAF with training, among other things.
easyJet adds new leisure routes from Luton for summer 2021
The low-cost carrier will fly to Zakynthos in Greece, Larnaca, Cyprus, Fuertevenura and Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Moroccan favourite, Marrakech and up and coming Bulgarian beach destination, Varna.
Wizz Air to relaunch limited Luton services on Friday
The airline is implementing new protocols – in line with government regulations – to support physical distancing during boarding and enhanced cleanliness on board.
London Luton uses coronavirus downtime to work with local community
London Luton Airport and its teams, supported by its shareholders AENA and AMP Capital, have announced a renewed focus on supporting the local community and making best use of its facilities.