BA to launch new Italy route
British Airways is to launch a year-round service from London Gatwick to Milan Bergamo on September 1.
Bookings are already available on the BA website.
Bergamo airport is the closest gateway to the tourist hotspot of Lake Como and it is driving distance from Lake Garda, as well as being only 45 kms from Milan, known as the fashion capital of Europe.
BA said the new service would also provide easy access to a number of Alpine ski resorts next winter.
BA managing director of Gatwick Adam Carson said: "Milan Bergamo adds another exciting destination to our Gatwick network and is perfectly located for a city break, a summer visit to the lakes or even a skiing holiday in the Alps.
"From Gatwick we fly to over 70 destinations as our network continues to expand we’re adding new routes designed to appeal to both leisure and business customers."
Flights will operate every day except Saturday.
BA is also increasing the number of flights to Cancun in Mexico, to where it will fly five times a week during the winter season.
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