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Daily Mirror
6 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
BA unveils new short-haul routes to 2 underrated hotspots but there's a catch
Two stunning but overlooked destinations just a couple of hours from the UK are slated for a huge tourist boom, after a major airline ramps up its offerings - but there is one small catch British Airways is ramping up its offerings as it launches two new direct routes - with prices starting at just £60. The upmarket airline has revealed that Brits will soon be able to fly to two new stunning destinations under its Gatwick-based subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, bringing its total number of short-haul destinations to 130. This includes the fairytale city of Graz in Austria and the overlooked hotspot of Rabat in Morocco. However, there is one small catch. Both new routes won't debut until November this year, meaning Brits wanting to explore somewhere new this summer won't be able to take advantage of the new flights. "We are excited to further strengthen our connectivity between London and Austria with the addition of Graz," said Karen Hilton, managing director of BA Euroflyer. "We will be the only direct operation between the two cities, offering more choice to our customers, whether it's for business, leisure, or visiting friends and family. "With its year-round warm weather, Morocco is ideal for those seeking an off-season escape without a lengthy flight time. The addition of Rabat means we now fly to three fantastic destinations in Morocco – an excellent choice for families, couples, and friends alike." Graz, Austria Graz is the capital city of the southern Austrian province of Styria, but has long remained out of the tourist spotlight. Overshadowed by the likes of Vienna and Salzburg, this quaint city was named a UNESCO City of Design in 2011, and its historic core is a UNESCO World Heritage site. BA will operate flights to Graz three times per week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, starting on November 21, 2025. The journey takes, on average, two hours and 20 minutes. Highlights include the prominent mid-16th century clock tower on the Schlossberg mountain, which offers breathtaking views of the city - showing off its impressive range of architecture from the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Historism and Art Nouveau eras. Its main square, Hauptlaz, is a great place for those wanting to pick up souvenirs at the weekly markets - and used to be used as an execution site back in the Middle Ages. "Next to the Grazer Dom cathedral is one of the most striking buildings in Graz," explains travel experts over at Lonely Planet. "This is the Mausoleum of Ferdinand II, part of St. Catherine's Church, complete with soaring turquoise domes. Ferdinand had his court artist Giovanni Pietro de Pomis, originally from northern Italy, start work on the mausoleum and church in 1614." Rabat, Morocco Attracting a fraction of the tourists that flock to Marrakech, Rabat is actually Morocco's capital - and is brimming with rich history, impressive architecture, and things to do. BA will fly to the city twice per week (on Wednesdays and Sundays) starting on November 5, 2025. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage city thanks to its blend of tradition and modernity, this riverside region boasts manicured green spaces and an efficient tramway linking its districts together. The biggest attraction has to be Kasbah des Oudaias, a 12th-century citadel located within the Kasbah's medieval gates. Initially constructed as a military fortress to protect the region, this preserved landmark now has a Mediterranean feel to it, and is filled with artisan shops and cobbled streets. "Rabat is also a modern eco-responsible capital with its green spaces. Beautiful parks await you, such as the botanical test garden or the Exotic Gardens of Bouknadel which is a few kilometres from the city," hails the country's official tourist board, Visit Morocco. "Rabat also boasts an outstanding coastline; on the Atlantic Ocean shores, it has kilometres of well-equipped beaches that lead to the neighbouring city of Casablanca." *BA Euroflyer flies from London Gatwick to Graz from £60 each way, and to Rabat from £70 each way. This included taxes and carrier fees.
Ya Biladi
11-07-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
British Airways launches direct flights from London to Rabat starting November 2025
British Airways is fueling a major tourism boost for Morocco this winter by launching a new direct route between London and Rabat, set to begin on November 5, 2025. Operated by its Gatwick-based subsidiary, Euroflyer, the route will offer twice-weekly flights, on Wednesdays and Sundays, connecting UK travelers directly with the Moroccan capital. This marks a significant step in the airline's short-haul expansion strategy for 2025, alongside new services to Graz, Austria, and a high-frequency link to Madrid, Spain. The move highlights British Airways' commitment to strengthening point-to-point travel and tapping into under-served destinations across Europe and North Africa. By leveraging the operational flexibility of Euroflyer and BA Cityflyer, the airline aims to promote regional development, cultural exchange, and greater travel convenience. According to British Airways, the Rabat route will use Airbus A320 aircraft and include both economy and Club Europe business class cabins, reflecting the company's efforts to attract both leisure and business travelers. The new flight will also bypass stopovers previously required to reach Rabat from London, making it a more seamless option for tourists and members of the Moroccan diaspora.
