WIZZ AIR LAUNCHES ONLY DIRECT FLIGHTS BETWEEN THE UK AND ARMENIA | News
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing airline and London’s local airline, today celebrates the launch of its new direct route between London Luton Airport (LLA) and Yerevan (EVN), becoming the only airline currently offering direct flights between the United Kingdom and Armenia.
The inaugural flight took off yesterday, offering British travelers direct access to one of the Caucasus’ most captivating yet unspoilt destinations, while boosting connectivity between Britain and Armenia.
The launch also follows Wizz Air’s latest Let’s Get Lost campaign, which saw dozens of lucky winners leave LLA for a mystery getaway before discovering Yerevan as their final destination upon arrival. The campaign aimed to encourage travelers to look beyond the traditional holiday hotspots and gave participants a taste of Armenia’s capital through local food, cultural experiences and neighborhood tours. The overwhelmingly positive response highlighted Yerevan’s growing appeal as an alternative city break destination, offering visitors a unique blend of ancient history, vibrant culture and excellent value.
One of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, Yerevan combines ancient heritage with a dynamic modern culture. Yerevan is known for its distinctive pink stone architecture, thriving cafe culture and vibrant public squares. Visitors can explore museums, galleries and markets while using the capital as a gateway to Armenia’s dramatic mountain landscapes, historic monasteries and renowned hospitality.
Flights between LLA and Yerevan operate twice a week all year round, on Mondays and Fridays, with fares from £45.99 one way.
Yvonne Moynihan, Managing Director of Wizz Air UK, said: “Today is an exciting moment for Wizz Air as we launch the only direct route from Britain to Armenia, opening up a destination largely undiscovered by British travellers. At Wizz Air we want to make travel more accessible and help our customers explore beyond the obvious. A city rich in history, culture and character, Yerevan offers an incredible experience for travelers looking for something different, all at an affordable price. The response to our The Let’s Get Lost campaign showed that travelers are truly willing to step outside their comfort zone and discover destinations they may never have considered before. We’re proud to be making Armenia more accessible than ever before and can’t wait to welcome more passengers on board as they experience everything this remarkable country has to offer.
Alberto Martin, Chief Executive Officer of London Luton Airport, said: “We are delighted to welcome Wizz Air’s new service to Yerevan, which marks Britain’s first direct connection to Armenia and further strengthens London Luton Airport’s increasingly diverse route network. This exciting new destination in the South Caucasus is a unique city that offers a fascinating cultural landscape of contrasts to suit all tastes. As well as strengthening our long-standing partnership with Wizz Air, the addition of Yerevan to our departure boards that we are committed to offering even more choice as part of our simple and friendly passenger experience.”
Tickets for flights between LLA and Yerevan are now available on wizzair.com and via the WIZZ mobile app. In addition to Wizz Air’s already ultra-low fares, passengers can add WIZZ Flex to their bookings during the booking process, giving them extra flexibility if their travel plans change.
