UK event and exhibition planners will soon have direct access to San Diego when Zoom Airlines’ new direct flights from London Gatwick to San Diego take-off in June. The San Diego Convention Centre (SDCC) is one of the largest convention centres in North America with award winning facilities and services attracting some of the largest events and exhibitors from all over world.

Zoom Airlines will be operating the only direct non-stop air service between Europe and San Diego with twice weekly flights departing on Mondays and Fridays. The service commences on June 20th.

San Diego is renowned for its appeal as an international convention destination. This year, the SDCC will be the host for the 39th year running, of the San Diego Comic-con the country’s premier comics and popular arts convention. This is a multi-genre fan convention showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy and film/television larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, anime, animation, toys, collectible card games, video games and web-comics.

Lori Burke, Marketing Manager of Zoom Airlines said: “Bookings for our new direct San Diego flights are providing popular this summer, particularly during periods when large exhibition and conferences are planned. The San Diego Conference Centre is a spectacular venue and we are delighted to be offering UK events and meeting planners a direct low-cost service from London, and the whole of Europe.

“San Diego Comic-con has a large world-wide following. We are offering affordable high quality travel ideal for those enthusiasts keen to travel to this year’s event, as well as those looking to combine business with pleasure and enjoy the beachside location of San Diego.”