Lapland here we go! Norwegian launches direct flights to Santa Claus
FLIGHTS to Lapland have today become more accessible as Norwegian Airlines celebrates the inaugural flight from London Gatwick.
Santa Claus: Norwegian launch direct scheduled flights to Rovaniemi, Lapland
Santa Claus is coming to town - well to Norwegian Airlines as it becomes the first to offer direct scheduled flights from the UK to the big fella in red’s hometown - Lapland.
Today, the airline launched the UK’s only scheduled direct flight to Rovaniemi - the capital of Lapland and home to Santa Christmas.
There will be two weekly flights departing on a Monday and a Friday.
The schedule has been designed to allow traveller to have a long-weekend break and meet Father Christmas.
Prices to the Finnish state start from £69.90 one way and depart from London Gatwick Airport at 5.50am.
Santa Claus: Norwegian are the first in the UK to offer direct scheduled flights to Santa's hometown
Norwegian will operating it¹s brand new 186 seat aircraft on the flights, which offers free in-flight Wi-Fi.
Whilst it is well-known for being the home town of Santa Claus, Rovaniemi, also has a lot more to offer than just the Christmas festivities.
As it is situated on the artic circle, it is also a great place to witness one of natures - the Northern Lights.
There is also an abundance of outdoor activities from snowmobiling, skiing and much more.
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We are excited to finish the year with our first international service to Lapland
Chief commercial officer at Norwegian, Thomas Ramdahl said: "As our growth in the UK continues, we are excited to finish the year with our first international service to Lapland.
"The new service will give our passengers a direct route to the home of Santa Claus as well as another opportunity to experience the Northern Lights.
"Norwegian is the only airline offering passenger¹s high quality at a low-cost with free Wi-Fi."
The airline has been voted Europe¹s best low-cost carrier by passengers for four years by AkyTrax World Airline Awards.
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Norwegian will be scheduling flights from London Gatwick Airport on Mondays and Fridays
Santa Karkkainen, managing director at Visit Rovaniemi, added: "We are excited for the launch of Norwegian's brand new London to Rovaniemi service.
"The UK is a top market fro travellers who not only want to experience the magic of Christmas, but also Lapland through the winter season.
"Rovaniemi is a fantastic getaway and offers accessibility to neighbouring resorts in Lapland."
The story comes after Express.co.uk revealed why taking a trip to Lapland is magical.