Thomas Cook Airlines to launch Gatwick - Cape Town direct flights
By Carlton Leisure - 19 Nov 2015
Soon travellers who wish to fly to Cape Town from Gatwick would have more flying options as Thomas Cook Airlines has announced to operate direct flights on this route as part of its winter schedule.
The flights which will depart Gatwick on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays will be the first direct flights to the Cape Town from a UK airport other than Heathrow.
The services would be operated from December 15, 2016 to March 20, 2017 with A330 aircraft.
A top official from the airline expressed his pleasure saying Cape Town is a spectacular destination to add to Thomas Cook Airlines' growing network of long-haul flights from Gatwick airport.
Situated in the stunning backdrop of Table Mountains, Cape Town is popular hub for tourism, culture and business. With the launch the route the business and tourism ties between these cities will be further strengthened.