Enugu Air has secured approval for direct Lagos-London Gatwick flights starting in December 2026, with bookings now open as the airline expands its international operations.
Enugu Air has secured regulatory approval to commence direct flights from Lagos to London Gatwick in December 2026, marking a major breakthrough in the state-owned airline’s international expansion.
The airline also announced that bookings for the new route are now open, with intending passengers able to make reservations through its online booking portal.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the airline on Wednesday, describing the approval as a significant step towards strengthening air connectivity between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
The announcement comes barely six weeks after Enugu Air operated its maiden international flight to Douala, Cameroon, on September 23, 2026.
According to the statement, the Lagos-London Gatwick service will operate in partnership with Omni-Blu Aviation (OBA), which has been designated as the operating partner for the route.
“Enugu Air has received approval for its Lagos-London Gatwick route, with Omni-Blu Aviation (OBA) appointed as the designated operator under a strategic partnership.
“Bookings are now open, and flights will commence in December 2026.
“The approval marks a major milestone in Enugu Air’s expansion, strengthening connectivity between Nigeria and the United Kingdom and opening new opportunities for passengers and trade,” the statement said.
The airline attributed the development to the aviation vision of Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, saying his administration’s strategic aviation agenda was positioning the state as an emerging gateway for international connectivity, investment, tourism and economic growth.
Enugu Air was launched in July 2025 with an initial fleet of three Embraer aircraft, comprising the E170 and E190 series, as part of the Mbah administration’s integrated plan to develop a modern, multimodal transport ecosystem.
The initiative is also designed to position Enugu as a major regional aviation hub in West and Central Africa.
Since its launch, the airline has expanded its fleet and route network, with the latest regulatory approval representing another step towards its international operations.
The proposed Lagos-London service is expected to provide additional travel options for passengers, strengthen business and trade relations, and improve air connectivity between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
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