Enugu Air, the Enugu State-owned airline, will commence four weekly flights between Lagos and London Gatwick Airport on December 10, 2026, expanding its international operations.
The airline announced the development in a statement on Saturday, November 7, confirming that tickets for the new international route are already available for booking.
According to the airline, the service will operate with an Airbus A330-200 aircraft under an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) arrangement with Portugal-based EuroAtlantic Airways.
The flights will be delivered through a strategic partnership with Omni-Blu Aviation (OBA).
Enugu Air said the new service would provide international travel connections for passengers from Lagos, Enugu and other parts of Nigeria travelling to the United Kingdom.
“Our London Gatwick operations will be served by an Airbus A330-200 on ACMI from EuroAtlantic, Portugal and operate four times weekly, providing passengers with greater flexibility when travelling between Nigeria and the United Kingdom,” the airline said.
Enugu Air Explains London Flight Plans
The airline’s Chief Executive Officer, Captain Tolu Ita, described the commencement of the London Gatwick service as an important milestone in its 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,” Ita said.
He emphasised that the service would also make it possible for passengers from Enugu to begin their international journeys to London from Akanu Ibiam International Airport.
“Of particular importance is ensuring that passengers from Enugu can begin their international journey to London from 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 added.
Omni-Blu Aviation Partners Enugu Air
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Omni-Blu Aviation, Akinola Olateru, said the partnership would strengthen Nigeria’s international air connectivity and create more opportunities for passengers travelling between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
Enugu Air’s Chief Operating Officer, Ugonna Agubokwu, also said the four weekly flights would provide passengers with greater flexibility and more convenient options when planning their journeys to and from London Gatwick.
The December 10 launch follows Enugu Air’s earlier announcement that it had secured regulatory approval for the Lagos-London Gatwick route through its partnership with Omni-Blu Aviation.
The airline’s international expansion comes about six weeks after it operated its maiden international flight to Douala, Cameroon, on September 23, 2026.
Launched in July 2025, Enugu Air is part of the Enugu State Government’s efforts to strengthen transportation infrastructure, improve connectivity and attract investment.
The new Lagos-London service marks another step in the airline’s expansion beyond domestic operations, as it seeks to establish a stronger presence in the international aviation market.
