Enugu Air has announced plans to commence flights to London Gatwick on December 10, 2026, as it expands its operations into the international market.
The airline said ticket sales for the service had opened, adding that the route would connect passengers from Lagos, Enugu and other parts of Nigeria to the United Kingdom.
The service will be operated through a strategic partnership with Omni-Blu Aviation (OBA), in line with the vision of Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, to improve the state’s global connectivity and widen access to international opportunities.
According to the airline, the route will be serviced with an Airbus A330-200 under an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) lease arrangement from Portugal-based EuroAtlantic.
The flights will operate four times weekly.
The Chief Executive Officer of Enugu Air, Captain Tolu Ita, described the new service as a significant milestone in the airline’s international expansion.
“The commencement of our London Gatwick service reflects our commitment to expanding international connectivity and the vision of His Excellency, Governor Peter Mbah, to connect Enugu to more opportunities across the world,” he said.
Ita said the development would enable passengers travelling from Enugu to London to begin their journeys at their home airport, Akanu Ibiam International Airport.
“We are proud to make the journey from Enugu to London Gatwick a reality for our passengers,” he said.
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Omni-Blu Aviation, Akinola Olateru, said the partnership reflected the company’s commitment to expanding Nigeria’s international air connectivity.
He added that the service would create more travel opportunities for passengers moving between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
The Chief Operating Officer of Enugu Air, Ugonna Agubuokwu, said the four weekly flights would provide passengers with greater flexibility and more convenient options when planning trips to and from London Gatwick.
The airline said it looked forward to welcoming passengers on the new route as it continued to expand its network.
