Business travel boost: London Southend Airport unveils new route to Milan

London Southend Airport is set to elevate travel options for UK-based business travellers with a newly forged partnership with Aeroitalia, Italy’s second-largest airline.

The collaboration includes the introduction of a compelling new route to Milan Bergamo, with plans for additional routes in the pipeline.

Starting on 25 March, business travellers can embark on a six-times weekly journey with Aeroitalia to Milan Bergamo, commencing at an attractive fare of €79.99 one-way.

The strategically timed morning departures cater to both business and leisure travellers, ensuring a seamless connection to Milan, the epitome of Italy’s fashion and cultural scene.

London Southend Airport’s CEO, John Upton, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating,

We are delighted to announce this new and exciting collaboration with Aeroitalia, the second-largest Italian airline in Italy, bringing near-daily flights to Milan Bergamo.

Upton emphasised the significance of this partnership, positioning the airport as a convenient gateway for passengers in East London and Southeast England to access the heart of Italian fashion and culture.

Gaetano Intrieri, CEO of Aeroitalia, echoed the sentiment, expressing determination to enhance and expand operations to deliver high-quality services. Intrieri remarked,

We are confident that this new route will become a bridge between cultures, connecting our beautiful Italian cities with the vibrant energy of London.

For those planning to embark on this Italian adventure, London Southend Airport offers a convenient and quick journey. Just 52 minutes by train from London Liverpool Street or 43 minutes from Stratford (via the Elizabeth Line), passengers can reach the airport terminal with ease, located ‘a mere 100 paces from the station door’.

This announcement comes on the heels of London Southend Airport’s successful winter schedule, featuring the return of multiple routes. With the addition of Aeroitalia, the airport’s summer offerings will be further enriched, complementing existing partnerships with easyJet, Balkan Holidays, and Santa’s Lapland. In 2024, travellers can choose from a total of eleven destinations, solidifying London Southend Airport’s status as a preferred hub for many business travellers.

For further information, contact your Global Travel Account Manager today.Note: Quotes in this article are word-for-word from the original press release.