The Spanish low-cost airline Vueling will build a new base at London Gatwick Airport from April 2022. This makes competition for the newly founded IAG sister company BA Euroflyer right from the start.

Vueling will initially station three machines at the second largest airport in the British capital, with a later increase possible. “We are very proud to announce the development of our international network from London Gatwick. Thanks to the coordination with British Airways which allows us to offer the best joint product from London to support the growth of our markets. This is especially true after two very difficult years for tourism and aviation. The choice of London Gatwick comes in addition to our expanded Paris Orly operations. Together, these two initiatives show how Vueling aims to help boost international markets this summer,” said Carolyn Prowse, Vueling Chief Commercial Officer.

In the first step, mainly connections to Spain are to be established. From April 1, 2022, Vueling plans to fly four times a week from Gatwick to A Coruña. Malaga will be served 14 times a week. The route to Valencia is to be reactivated and served daily. Menorca wants Vueling to fly four times a week from Gatwick from April 2, 2022. There are three flights a week to Granada and Seville. Flights to Asturias and Jerez de la Frontera are also planned. The other destinations are to be communicated step by step.