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Milo Boyd

Wizz Air launches cheap flights to Prague from £21.99 in time for Christmas markets

Brits can jet off to the home of one of Europe's most famous Christmas markets for just £21.99, as Wizz Air is launching a new route to Prague later this year.

In fact the low-cost airline has announced plans to launch a series of routes for less than £20 from London Luton and Gatwick airports to the likes of Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Agadir, Marrakesh, Prague, and Tallinn.

The first flights from London Luton Airport took off on 30 October and landed in Prague, which is beloved by history enthusiasts, Christmas market lovers and stag dos alike.

Wizz Air has launched the new routes this week (REUTERS)

The Czech capital has several markets, with the main two running from November 26 to January 6 and playing host to many rows of stall holders selling crafts, Continental European food, and cockle warming drinks.

The main Christmas markets are held at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, in the heart of the city.

The two squares are five minutes walk from each other.

Smaller markets are held on Kampa Island, at Republic Square, at Havel's Market, and outside the city's castle.

If you don't fancy clocking more air miles or prefer staying closer to home, then fear not - there are plenty of Christmas markets in the UK you can visit instead.

For travellers eager to soak up some winter sun, the first of twice weekly flights to Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt took off for the first time on Monday from Luton - the cheapest tickets costing £26.99.

The coastal resort known for its crystal-clear waters and idyllic year-round temperatures.

Wizz Air is now flying to Sharm el Sheik from £26.99 (Getty Images)

Wizz Air flights to the Estonian capital of Tallinn (from £17.99) and sunny beach resort of Hurghada (£26.99) are due to depart for the first time from Luton today.

From Gatwick Airport, Wizz Air launched its new flights to Marrakesh and Agadir on 30 October, with prices starting at £17.99.

Marion Geoffroy, Managing Director of Wizz Air UK, said: “We are very excited to announce the addition of seven new routes from our bases at London Luton and Gatwick Airport.

"These new markets offer our UK customers a selection of unique winter-sun getaways and city breaks, as we look beyond the typical European leisure destinations.

"We are confident that Wizz Air offers the best price on these routes, making it more accessible than ever for our customers to explore new and exciting destinations.

"We remain committed to diversifying our operations at Luton and Gatwick Airport, driven by high demand from our customers, as we continue to stimulate new markets and boost connectivity. We look forward to welcoming customers onboard our young, efficient, and sustainable aircraft.”

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