From Toulon Hyères airport, a new direct route to the heart of Londres
Toulon Hyères airport inaugurated on June 2 a direct connection to Londres City, operated by British Airways.
On Tuesday, June 2, Toulon Hyères airport launched a strategic air route to Londres City airport. Operated by the prestigious airline British Airways, this direct link strengthens the international connectivity of the platform managed by VINCI Airports and opens up prospects for both business travelers and tourists.
An economic and tourist bridge
Excellent news for François de Canson, president of the Comité Régional de Tourisme (CRT) and vice-president of the Région Sud:
It is with immense satisfaction that we inaugurate this connection between Toulon-Hyères and Londres City. Beyond a simple airline route, it is a new bridge we are creating between our territory and one of the largest European capitals. An economic, tourist, cultural, and human bridge. The Royaume-Uni represents more than one million stays in the Région Sud, or nearly 9 million overnight stays
This route symbolises much more than an additional destination. It is an opportunity for both the Varois and British visitors to travel comfortably and without losing time. It marks an important step for Toulon Hyères airport, which confirms its ambition to open up internationally and develop its connectivity by sustainably enriching its flight offer
declared Basma Jarbouai, director of Toulon Hyères airport.
This new connection offers our customers even more choice and comfort for their travel between Londres and Provence and the Côte d'Azur
added Ian Romanis, general manager of British Airways Cityflyer.
The leaders of both entities welcomed this route opening, which is part of a mutual development strategy.
Fast connection
This offer has been designed to guarantee a smooth and comfortable travel experience. By connecting two human-sized airports, it simplifies formalities and significantly reduces travel times.
For Varois passengers, it is the assurance of quickly reaching the center of the British capital, an ideal destination for an extended weekend or a business trip. The speed of access to terminals and the overall comfort of the journey are major assets of this connection.
This service also represents a fantastic opportunity for tourism development for Var. Londoners can reach one of the most attractive regions of France in record time.
Upon arrival in Hyères, they enjoy privileged access to the Mediterranean coast, its authentic villages, preserved beaches, and renowned wine estates. The destination is equally suited to short stays or extended holidays, offering an exceptional natural setting.
Flight details and schedules
Flights are operated twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, until September 1st.
- Toulon Hyères to Londres City: Departure on Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and Tuesday at 7:35 p.m. - Londres City to Toulon Hyères: Departure on Tuesday at 3:50 p.m. and Saturday at 7:00 a.m.
Tickets are available for booking on the airport website (https://www.toulon-hyeres.aeroport.fr/) as well as on the British Airways website.
Article from the print edition of La Gazette du Var