Did you know London Gatwick has just hit 50 long-haul destinations? Ethiopian Airlines have just announced services from Addis Ababa to make this a reality. Air Mauritius will begin services from the Maldives to London Gatwick in October also. Commenting on this was Jonathan Pollard, the Chief Commercial Officer for the airport:“Returning to 50 long-haul routes is a milestone moment for London Gatwick.”“While we’re delighted to offer passengers such an expansive range of short-haul routes across Europe, we’re also proud to provide connections to an increasing range of destinations around the world. “We look forward to welcoming Ethiopian Airlines to London Gatwick.”“This is the latest in a number of carriers looking to operate long-haul routes from Gatwick, which further highlights the strong demand for slots at our airport.”Overall, this is a major milestone for London Gatwick as it continues on its path to continued recovery and growth.

Source: Ethiopian News August 12, 2023 00:25 UTC