Wizz Air has acquired slots from Norwegian Air for an undisclosed sum.
The UK arm of the Hungarian budget carrier will base four additional A320neos at the airport in the spring of 2022, with new routes to be announced in due course.
The airline will deploy a total of five aircraft at the London airport next year as it mounts a low fare challenge to easyJet and British Airways.
It has acquired a number of daily slot pairs from Norwegian Air.
Wizz Air Hungary will have more inbound flight opportunities as a result of the slots.
Wizz Air entered the UK.
Wizz Air said that the successful bid for more slots reiterates their long-term commitment to both the airport and the region.
Jozsef Varadi said that the announcement was proof of the group's commitment to London Gatwick airport as well as the UK market.
We will be able to enhance our presence and competitive position in the London market by acquiring airport slots at Gatwick airport.
We are committed to making air travel affordable for all in the United Kingdom.
The potential for UK aviation to get back on its feet is tremendous.
Wizz Air has 500 strong fleet growth plans.
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