EasyJet Backs Heathrow Expansion, Gatwick Second Runway

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EasyJet is already the largest carrier at London Gatwick, holding a 35.2% share of all departure seats in January 2025.

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EasyJet CEO Kenton Jarvis has expressed interest in expanding operations to London Heathrow Airport, saying the construction of a third runway would allow the LCC to operate from the UK’s largest gateway “at scale.” Jarvis welcomed reports that UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves supports Heathrow's long...
David Casey

David Casey is Editor in Chief of Routes, the global route development community's trusted source for news and information.

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