Wizz Air Announces New Route for A321XLR, London to Jeddah

LONDON- Wizz Air (W9) announces the introduction of its first Airbus A321XLR (Extra Long Range) aircraft to Wizz Air UK’s fleet at London Gatwick (LGW).

The aircraft will commence operations in March 2025, inaugurating a direct route from London Gatwick to Jeddah (JED), Saudi Arabia.

Photo: By Marvin Mutz – HA-LVA Airbus A321neo Wizz Air FRA 2019-08-09 (11a), CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=81428709

Wizz Air London to Jeddah Flight

This new aircraft model enables Wizz Air to offer direct flights to distant destinations at lower fares, expanding its intercontinental reach. The London Gatwick to Jeddah route, lasting nearly 7 hours, marks the beginning of Wizz Air’s long-haul expansion strategy using the A321XLR.

Wizz Air plans to base another A321XLR in Italy, operating daily flights between Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) from June 2, 2025. This move further extends the airline’s network into the Middle East.

The A321XLR’s advanced technology significantly reduces carbon emissions, with an estimated 30% lower carbon intensity compared to other carriers on similar routes. This aligns with Wizz Air’s commitment to more sustainable air travel operations.

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Executive Insights

Wizz Air CEO József Váradi announces the introduction of the Airbus A321XLR, highlighting its cost-efficiency and enhanced range capabilities. Váradi emphasizes the aircraft’s potential to expand Wizz Air’s network, connecting distant destinations and fostering cultural and economic links.

The airline plans to launch a new route from London Gatwick to Jeddah, offering competitive fares to customers. Váradi cites Wizz Air’s ambitious growth at London Gatwick since establishing a base there in 2020 as the rationale for basing the first A321XLR at this airport.

London Gatwick CEO Stewart Wingate expresses enthusiasm for Wizz Air’s decision to operate its first UK-based A321XLR from Gatwick. Wingate notes Wizz Air’s consistent growth at the airport since 2020 and anticipates that the new aircraft will enable a broader range of routes and increased capacity.

Wingate views this development as crucial for expanding Gatwick’s intercontinental network, aligning with the airport’s vision to cater to diverse passenger needs. He emphasizes the goal of offering more travel options and working towards making Gatwick an inclusive airport for all travelers.

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