Travelling to a European island destination with balmy winter weather and a stunning historic centre is about to become much simpler.

This week Wizz Airrevealed the launch of six fresh routes from London Luton Airport, including one to Chania in Crete. One-way tickets start from £44.99.

The city is positioned on the northwest coast of the Greek island and is renowned for its 14th-century Venetian harbour, winding alleyways and waterside eateries. At the harbour entrance stands a 16th-century lighthouse showcasing Venetian, Egyptian and Ottoman influences.

In stark contrast to the UK, this week and next Chania is forecast to hit highs of 19C. Brian Dillon, a writer for the Express, recently explored Chania and was utterly captivated by the city. "The holiday destination enjoys stellar weather throughout August, September, and October, and my September trip there was filled with sunshine and scorching temperatures in the high 20s," he wrote.

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"Compared to Spanish hotspots I have been to, such as Gran Canaria, Salou and Mallorca, Chania felt like an authentic taste of where I was. The aforementioned destinations that attract a huge number of Brits have very much adapted themselves to their visitors. However, Chania felt like the best of both worlds, with plenty for tourists to do but still a unique Greek charm, which was more than evident in the food."

Brian was impressed not only by the climate, but also by the standard of cuisine he sampled, and the overall atmosphere of the island. "Food is perhaps the best way to immerse yourself in a place, and the food in Greece took me on a journey that I will never forget. Dining in Greek restaurants every night, I was blown away by the exceptional service and tantalising flavours I experienced each time," he elaborated.

"From stuffed aubergine to the most delectable sea bass I've ever tasted, Chania's culinary scene completely exceeded my expectations. Given its popularity among Brits seeking an affordable escape, I had braced myself for something a bit more kitsch. How wrong I was. There was no shortage of classic sun holiday entertainment, including an exhilarating waterpark, beach clubs and a boat trip that was the highlight of my stay."

Starting next spring, Wizz Air patrons will have access to Chania and four additional Greek destinations - Mykonos, Rhodes and Zakynthos - from London Luton Airport. The airline is also introducing routes to the European cities of Bordeaux and Dortmund.

Flights to Mykonos will operate thrice weekly, while the other three Greek destinations will see twice-weekly flights.

The new routes to Greece are set to commence from 13 May 2026, just in time for the summer season. Fares begin at £44.99* and tickets are currently available for purchase on wizzair.com and through Wizz Air's official mobile app.

These new routes come as Wizz Air continues to expand its operations at London Luton Airport, with the addition of a 14th aircraft to its Luton base. Wizz Air now services 60 destinations from this airport.

Yvonne Moynihan, managing director at W.

The representative from Wizz Air UK announced: "With holidaymakers already dreaming of their 2026 getaways, we've got an early Christmas gift for our customers: six brand-new routes from our London Luton base! These exciting additions will whisk travellers away to some of Europe's most-loved destinations, including Greece's stunning beaches. As London's low-cost airline, we're all about making those dream holidays affordable and accessible. And with our 14th aircraft joining the fleet at London Luton Airport, we're giving UK customers even more flexibility and choice, because nothing says "Merry Christmas" like more holidays to look forward to."