Wizz Air will launch six brand new routes to Spain, Portugal and more from next summer

Starting 12 June, the budget carrier – already the biggest operator at Luton – will be flying passengers to some popular destinations in Spain, Portugal and more.

New routes include Yerevan in Armenia, plus Alicante in Spain, Lyon in France, Corfu in Greece, Faro in Portugal and Turin in Italy.

It's a notable move that comes as TUI confirmed it was relocating to Gatwick "to strengthen core operations".

The airline is also basing an extra aircraft at the airport, bringing its fleet there up to 15 planes in total. Wizz Air said this decision would bolster the town's "economic growth strategy, helping to deliver long-term, sustainable growth for the airport and region".

Beyond Luton, Wizz Air is also growing its presence at London Gatwick with a new daily service to Valencia kicking off on March 29, 2026 – just in time for the summer season.

Return fares will start from just £40, making it a proper bargain for sun-seekers.

Yvonne Moynihan, Managing Director at Wizz Air UK, said: "With Brits already thinking about how to escape the cold British winter, we're offering yet another destination that offers sunshine and mild temperatures throughout the year.

"This new route is another exciting addition to our growing connections between the UK and Spain."

In other airline news, Jet2 has unveiled its first winter programme from a major UK hub, with flights for sun and ski holidays.