https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/wizz air/ Wizz Air News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:55:55+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-jets-in-as-official-airline-partner-for-ultimate-championship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-jets-in-as-official-airline-partner-for-ultimate-championship/ Wizz Air, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading airline, has been announced as the Official Airline Partner for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, bringing its reach and momentum to one of the most exciting new events in global sport. Taking place from 11–13 September in Budapest, the groundbreaking championship will see Wizz Air play a central role in powering transportation logistics – helping the world’s best athletes arrive ready to compete at the highest level. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:51:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-multipass-returns-to-the-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-multipass-returns-to-the-uk/ Wizz Air, the fastest-growing European airline and London’s local airline, has reopened sales of its WIZZ MultiPass subscription in the UK, giving travellers the opportunity to fix the price of their flights and optional baggage for a full year. Available from 12 March 2026 across all international routes to and from the UK, WIZZ Multipass enables customers to secure a fixed monthly flight price regardless of seasonality or last-minute demand. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:16:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expands-its-network-capabilities-with-the-launch-of-wizz-link-powe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expands-its-network-capabilities-with-the-launch-of-wizz-link-powe/ Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines1 has launched WIZZ Link, a new digital platform developed in partnership with travel technology company Dohop, enabling passengers to book multi-leg journeys in a single transaction. The new platform marks a milestone in Wizz Air’s effort to make multi-city, low-cost travel simpler and more accessible. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:52:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-six-new-routes-to-greek-islands-and-european-hotspots/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-six-new-routes-to-greek-islands-and-european-hotspots/ Wizz Air today announces the launch of six new routes from London Luton Airport. From next spring, Wizz Air customers will be able to reach four new destinations across Greece: Chania, Mykonos, Rhodes, Zakynthos, alongside two additional routes to the European cities of Bordeaux and Dortmund. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:51:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-commitment-to-train-1200-new-pilots-by-2028/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-commitment-to-train-1200-new-pilots-by-2028/ Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline[1], today announced its commitment to train 1200 new pilots by 2028, with 240 of those to be from the UK, reinforcing its long-term investment in the UK economy and continued growth across the UK and Europe. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:49:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-delivers-first-pratt-whitney-powered-a321xlr-to-wizz-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-delivers-first-pratt-whitney-powered-a321xlr-to-wizz-air/ Wizz Air has taken delivery of its first of 47 A321XLR aircraft. The airline becomes the first in the world to operate the A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, and the first European low cost operator of the type. Wizz Air’s A321XLRs have 239 seats in a single class configuration featuring the newly designed Airspace cabin with an innovative lighting system and multiple settings to create a perfect environment at different phases of the flight, including boarding, dining, relaxing, sleeping and waking up. With the A321XLR joining its fleet, Wizz Air is enhancing its capacity to connect Europe and the Middle East. Tue, 27 May 2025 06:06:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/low-cost-airline-wizz-air-to-resume-flights-between-israel-and-various-euro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/low-cost-airline-wizz-air-to-resume-flights-between-israel-and-various-euro/ The low-cost Hungarian airline company Wizz Air will resume flights between Israel and mainly 10 European destinations beginning Jan. 15, the Israeli business daily Globes reported on Tuesday. The airline company will reportedly offer flights between Ben-Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv to Rome, London, Milan, Vienna, Krakow, Bucharest, and Athens but also the Middle Eastern hub Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:45:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launch-of-subscription-program-why-are-they-doing-this/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launch-of-subscription-program-why-are-they-doing-this/ Wizz Air – one of Europe’s top ten biggest airlines – have announced an ‘all-you-can-fly’ subscription service for just €599 per year. “Whilst they really do mean ‘unlimited’ clearly there are terms and conditions and I’d flag that you have to reserve your ticket 72 hours before as a minimum” points out Mike Putman from Custom Travel Solutions (CTS). This development follows Wizz Air trialing a limited subscription service last year on certain routes. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:07:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reveals-special-20th-anniversary-livery-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reveals-special-20th-anniversary-livery-aircraft/ Wizz Air, the most environmentally sustainable airline globally* , recently welcomed its 132 Airbus A321neo aircraft in a special anniversary livery during a delivery ceremony at the Airbus factory in Hamburg. The new aircraft with tail number 9H-WNM will join the Wizz Air Malta fleet operating across nearly 200 destinations. The unique livery was designed by Éva Kerényi, the winner of the design competition Wizz Air ran last year, encouraging talent from across the world to create a livery for one of its Airbus A321neo aircraft. Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:38:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-empowers-gender-diversity-with-its-inaugural-women-on-air-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-empowers-gender-diversity-with-its-inaugural-women-on-air-event/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, is thrilled to launch the inaugural “Women on Air” event, a pioneering forum for WIZZ employees. The groundbreaking initiative is a testament to the airline’s commitment to gender diversity and empowerment within the aviation industry, which has traditionally been a male-dominated field. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:58:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-letsgetlostwithwizz-campaign-offering-brits-a-mystery-des/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-letsgetlostwithwizz-campaign-offering-brits-a-mystery-des/ Wizz Air, known for its rapid growth and commitment to sustainability, is introducing the #LetsGetLostwithWIZZ campaign, inviting UK residents to win a four-day trip to an undisclosed location departing from London Gatwick on March 7th. Winners and their plus ones can anticipate a diverse itinerary of cultural, culinary, and adventure experiences. The mystery destination will only be revealed a few days prior to departure, leaving participants guessing until touchdown. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 07:48:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-30-million-passengers-at-warsaw-chopin-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-30-million-passengers-at-warsaw-chopin-airport/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing airline, is delighted to announce a significant achievement as it celebrates the 30 millionth Wizz Air passenger at Warsaw’s Chopin Airport. This remarkable milestone underscores the airline’s commitment to connecting travelers and fostering economic growth in the Polish capital. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:26:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-british-airways-easyjet-and-wizz-air-suspend-israel-flights-over-saf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-british-airways-easyjet-and-wizz-air-suspend-israel-flights-over-saf/ Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have suspended flights to and from Israel due to safety concerns, the airlines said on Wednesday. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:52:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-expands-fleet-to-meet-growing-demand-for-ultra-low-fare/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-expands-fleet-to-meet-growing-demand-for-ultra-low-fare/ The national airline adds a new state-of-the-art Airbus A321 aircraft to its modern and sustainable fleet, taking total aircraft to 11 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:18:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-a-pioneering-sustainability-ambassador-programme-for-its/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-a-pioneering-sustainability-ambassador-programme-for-its/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally* has launched its new, and first of its kind, WIZZ Sustainability Ambassador program as part of its long-term commitment to sustainability. Mon, 04 Sep 2023 06:52:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-new-route-from-london-luton-to-cairo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-new-route-from-london-luton-to-cairo/ Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, has announced a new route from London Luton Airport to Cairo in Egypt. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:01:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-orders-additional-75-a321neo-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-orders-additional-75-a321neo-aircraft/ Wizz Air has strengthened its operations in the Middle East signing a contract for 75 A321neo aircraft. Sat, 05 Aug 2023 07:54:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/potential-for-wizz-air-to-face-multi-million-dollar-compensation-claims-due/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/potential-for-wizz-air-to-face-multi-million-dollar-compensation-claims-due/ Wizz Air faces a massive payout to passengers after the UK airline regulator initiated enforcement actions against the Hungarian carrier due to complaints about unpaid refund claims. Sun, 30 Jul 2023 06:52:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-launches-its-latest-route-to-erbil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-launches-its-latest-route-to-erbil/ Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has launched its latest route to Erbil, the ancient capital city of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq. Sun, 23 Jul 2023 06:06:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-inaugurates-its-new-flight-between-prague-and-yerevan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-inaugurates-its-new-flight-between-prague-and-yerevan/ CONNECTING TWO CAPTIVATING CAPITALS WITH DIRECT FLIGHTS Wed, 28 Jun 2023 07:33:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-switch-all-luton-based-aircraft-to-airbus-a321neo-by-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-switch-all-luton-based-aircraft-to-airbus-a321neo-by-2025/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, will make its entire aircraft fleet at London Luton Airport (LLA) Airbus A321neo by 2025. Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:34:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-ten-new-routes-from-albania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-ten-new-routes-from-albania/ With the newest additions to its network from Tirana, Wizz Air is expanding into UK and further strengthens connectivity in the region Nearly 100 extra weekly flights are scheduled for this winter Sun, 11 Jun 2023 06:46:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-two-new-routes-from-london-gatwick-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-two-new-routes-from-london-gatwick-airport/ Two new routes will take passengers to Prague, Czechia and Hurghada, Egypt Flights to the popular holiday destinations will commence on October 31 Fares start from £21.99 to Prague and from £48.99 to Hurghada Mon, 29 May 2023 06:11:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-expands-in-albania-with-11th-aircraft-to-be-based-in-tiran/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-expands-in-albania-with-11th-aircraft-to-be-based-in-tiran/ A total of 11 aircraft to be based in Tirana Three new routes and increased frequency on 10 routes from Albania Sat, 20 May 2023 07:33:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mol-and-wizz-air-commercially-test-sustainable-aviation-fuel-supply-at-buda/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mol-and-wizz-air-commercially-test-sustainable-aviation-fuel-supply-at-buda/ Three Wizz Air flights took off from Budapest Airport with 37% blend of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™produced from renewable waste and residue raw materials supplied by MOL Sun, 14 May 2023 08:03:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-invests-5-million-in-sustainable-aviation-fuel-company-firefly-to/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-invests-5-million-in-sustainable-aviation-fuel-company-firefly-to/ First equity investment in biofuel company will allow Wizz Air to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to its UK operations from 2028 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:39:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/it-has-never-been-easier-and-quicker-to-reach-london-from-luton-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/it-has-never-been-easier-and-quicker-to-reach-london-from-luton-airport/ The fully electric Luton Airport Express offers sustainable travel between central London and London Luton Airport Sun, 02 Apr 2023 07:11:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-airs-she-can-fly-programme-aims-at-breaking-down-gender-barriers-in-av/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-airs-she-can-fly-programme-aims-at-breaking-down-gender-barriers-in-av/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, last week announced the launch of its She can fly cadet programme, part of Wizz Air Pilot Academy, for women who aim at becoming commercial pilots. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:34:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-competition-for-an-adventure-on-a-mystery-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-competition-for-an-adventure-on-a-mystery-flight/ Exciting competition for adventure seekers to #GetLostwithWizz on the airline’s first ever flight from Italy to a mystery destination Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:22:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-route-to-tel-aviv-fares-starting-at-54.99/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-route-to-tel-aviv-fares-starting-at-54.99/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, and the Barcelona Air Route Development Committee (BARDC) met earlier this month at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona – El Prat Airport to welcome a new route to Tel Aviv Ben Gourion International Airport. Sat, 11 Feb 2023 07:50:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-celebrates-six-fold-growth-of-passengers-and-the-doublin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-celebrates-six-fold-growth-of-passengers-and-the-doublin/ The national airline, the second largest carrier in Abu Dhabi by seat capacity, launched 13 new destinations in 2022 and expands convenient, affordable travel for all Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:56:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-returns-to-istanbul-and-adds-additional-direct-routes-to-the-turki/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-returns-to-istanbul-and-adds-additional-direct-routes-to-the-turki/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline globally*, announced this week the start of its direct flights to Istanbul, Antalya and Dalaman. The routes will commence as of March 2023 connecting Türkiye with Hungary, Romania, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. Tickets are already available on the Wizz Air’s website and via the WIZZ app from as low as EUR 24.99. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 06:37:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-invites-you-to-design-its-new-sustainability-livery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-invites-you-to-design-its-new-sustainability-livery/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, this week launched an exciting design competition, encouraging talent from across the world to create the sustainability livery for one of its Airbus A321neo aircraft. The winner will receive 2000 EUR in WIZZ vouchers Tue, 24 Jan 2023 07:32:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reports-record-low-carbon-emissions-for-2022-with-15.4-reduction-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reports-record-low-carbon-emissions-for-2022-with-15.4-reduction-c/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, reports that its average carbon emissions for 2022 amounted to 55.2 grams per passenger/km, 15.4% lower than in 2021. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 06:09:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-continued-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-continued-expansion/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, announces further expansion to its base in Belgrade, where it allocates one of its Airbus A321ceo aircraft. Fri, 23 Dec 2022 10:01:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-continues-growing-in-vienna/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-continues-growing-in-vienna/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, announced this week further expansion from Vienna, allocating one more Airbus A321neo aircraft to its base in the Austria’s capital city. Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:31:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expanding-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expanding-in-georgia/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, announces further expansion to its base in Kutaisi, where it allocates one of its Airbus A321neo aircraft. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:42:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/destination-saudi-arabia-wizz-air-inaugurates-new-connection-from-rome-to-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/destination-saudi-arabia-wizz-air-inaugurates-new-connection-from-rome-to-r/ Wizz Air, the fastest growing and most sustainable airline globally, has inaugurated its first flight from Rome to King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 07:47:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-presents-its-most-modern-and-sustainable-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-presents-its-most-modern-and-sustainable-aircraft/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally[1], has showcased at the initiative of Eindhoven Airport its Airbus A321neo to residents and the members of the Eindhoven Airport Consultation (Luchthaven Eindhoven Overleg). Wed, 07 Dec 2022 07:55:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-expands-its-base-in-cyprus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-expands-its-base-in-cyprus/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, announces further expansion to its base in Cyprus, where it allocates two of its Airbus A321neo aircraft. Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:10:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-joins-european-commissions-alliance-for-zero-emission-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-joins-european-commissions-alliance-for-zero-emission-aviation/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, is pleased to announce it has joined the Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation (AZEA), a voluntary initiative launched by the European Commission to pave the way for next-generation sustainable aircraft Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:21:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-uk-celebrates-carrying-15-million-passengers-from-london-luton-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-uk-celebrates-carrying-15-million-passengers-from-london-luton-air/ Wizz Air UK, the UK-based, wholly owned airline subsidiary of Wizz Air Holdings Plc, today celebrates carrying a total of 15 million passengers on its routes from London Luton Airport Sun, 30 Oct 2022 12:15:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-arrival-of-170th-airbus-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-arrival-of-170th-airbus-aircraft/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline1, today celebrates the arrival of its 170th Airbus aircraft, which will support operations at Catania International Airport. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:30:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-your-way-along-the-silk-road-with-wizz-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-your-way-along-the-silk-road-with-wizz-air/ Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, has launched an exciting new route from Abu Dhabi to the ancient city of Samarkand, one of the most important sites on the Silk Road. Sat, 15 Oct 2022 06:08:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-its-first-ever-flight-to-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-its-first-ever-flight-to-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline, has today commenced its first flight from Rome to Dammam. The new ultra-low-cost route will provide a boost to the burgeoning tourism industry in both Italy and Saudi Arabia, by bringing a new era of affordable, hassle-free, and point-to-point travel opportunities. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-continued-expansion-across-italy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-continued-expansion-across-italy/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most sustainable airline, announces further expansion to its bases in Italy, making it the third largest airline in the country. Wizz Air is -allocating three of its Airbus A321neo aircraft to its bases at Rome Fiumicino and Milan Malpensa: two to Rome and one to Milan Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:26:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-11-new-routes-across-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-11-new-routes-across-europe/ Wizz Air has announced a further 11 routes, only one of which has been served previously. It follows multiple other new routes recently, especially to Saudi Arabia. However, it comes as it cuts elsewhere. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:40:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-acquire-75-new-airbus-a321neo-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-acquire-75-new-airbus-a321neo-aircraft/ WIZZ on track to become 500 aircraft airline group by 2030 while also reducing CO2 emissions by a further 25% Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:07:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-introduces-fixed-cabin-crew-and-pilot-rosters/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-introduces-fixed-cabin-crew-and-pilot-rosters/ One of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines is to introduce a fixed roster pattern for pilots and cabin crew as it seeks to shake off criticism over how it treats staff and attract new recruits to fill a growing number of vacancies across the continent. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 14:07:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-the-fifth-aircraft-to-vienna-base/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-the-fifth-aircraft-to-vienna-base/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing airline, today announces the stationing of a fifth aircraft at its Vienna base and its growth plans for the Austrian market. The new Airbus A321neo will join the fleet in Vienna from December 2022 and enable the launch of 3 new routes to Madeira, Riyadh and Jeddah. Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:19:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worst-uk-airlines-for-flight-delays-in-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worst-uk-airlines-for-flight-delays-in-2021/ A recent investigation into the worst airlines for flight delays in the United Kingdom revealed Wizz Air as the worst. In 2021, the Hungarian carrier’s UK flights departed an average of 14 minutes and 24 seconds behind schedule. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:55:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-major-expansion-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-announces-major-expansion-in-saudi-arabia/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline, is launching 20 exciting new routes from Bucharest, Budapest, Catania, Larnaca, Milan, Naples, Rome, Sofia, Tirana, Venice and Vienna to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. T Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:19:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-suspends-relaunch-of-russia-uae-flights-as-criticism-mounts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-suspends-relaunch-of-russia-uae-flights-as-criticism-mounts/ European budget carrier Wizz Air has suspended plans to resume flights from the Russian capital of Moscow to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, amid mounting criticism over the relaunch decision this month. Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:12:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budapest-airport-welcomes-winter-sun-route-to-madeira/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budapest-airport-welcomes-winter-sun-route-to-madeira/ Building on the latest positive traffic results for June 2022, which saw 1.2 million passengers and a return to 82% of 2019 figures, Budapest Airport is announcing another important new route. From the beginning of the W22 season home-based carrier Wizz Air will operate a twice-weekly service between Budapest and Madeira. Fri, 29 Jul 2022 02:20:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-the-arrival-of-its-160th-airbus-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-celebrates-the-arrival-of-its-160th-airbus-aircraft/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline, celebrates the arrival of its 160th Airbus aircraft, which will be supporting the operation at Henri Coanda International Airport in Bucharest, Romania. Sun, 24 Jul 2022 04:30:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-introduces-new-routes-to-saudi-arabia-from-europe-uae/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-introduces-new-routes-to-saudi-arabia-from-europe-uae/ Wizz Air is launching new routes from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to Rome, Vienna and Abu Dhabi. Fri, 24 Jun 2022 12:00:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-and-airbus-partner-on-hydrogen-powered-jet-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-and-airbus-partner-on-hydrogen-powered-jet-operations/ Wizz Air has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus to explore the potential for hydrogen-powered, zero-emission aircraft operations.    Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:29:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-form-new-malta-based-airline-to-support-european-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-form-new-malta-based-airline-to-support-european-expansion/ Wizz Air, the Hungary-based low-cost airline, has announced its intention to establish a new airline subsidiary in Malta to help support its expansion plans in Europe. Wed, 18 May 2022 11:40:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-creates-new-fund-to-help-ukrainians-access-the-uk-homes-for-ukrain/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-creates-new-fund-to-help-ukrainians-access-the-uk-homes-for-ukrain/ Wizz Air partners with Choose Love, The Shapiro Foundation and The Steve Morgan Foundation to extend its free tickets offer to support Ukrainian refugees to travel to the UK Mon, 16 May 2022 10:16:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-lines-connecting-dubrovnik-with-wroclaw-and-london-lu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-lines-connecting-dubrovnik-with-wroclaw-and-london-lu/ Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines, has launched new routes connecting Dubrovnik with Wroclaw and London Luton Airport. Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:45:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-adds-new-sri-lanka-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-adds-new-sri-lanka-connection/ Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has launched a new route from Abu Dhabi to Mattala, Sri Lanka. Flights to the destination are scheduled on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 09:16:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukraine-airspace-closed-as-russian-invasion-begins/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukraine-airspace-closed-as-russian-invasion-begins/ More airlines have cancelled flights into Ukraine as a Russian invasion begins in earnest. Missile strikes and explosions have been reported in several parts of Ukraine this morning. Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:45:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-develops-potion-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-further-develops-potion-at-gatwick/ Wizz Air will launch four new routes to London Gatwick from Burgas, Varna, Venice and Palermo this spring. At the same time, the carrier has increased frequencies on routes to Larnaca, Milan and Vienna. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:35:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-raises-500m-to-fund-european-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-raises-500m-to-fund-european-expansion/ Wizz Air has issued a new €500 million bond offering in order to support its planned expansion across Europe. The deal is expected to close on January 19th. Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:52:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-sarajevo-route-in-the-spring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-sarajevo-route-in-the-spring/ Wizz Air has confirmed a new low-fare route from London Luton Airport to Sarajevo. The new route will launch on March 29th and tickets are available now. Tue, 28 Dec 2021 04:56:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-new-routes-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-new-routes-from-gatwick/ Wizz Air will launch new routes from its Gatwick base to 14 destinations including, Faro, Palma, Larnaca, Catania, Podgorica, Tel Aviv, Chania, Mykonos and Funchal. Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:31:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-grow-presence-at-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-grow-presence-at-gatwick/ Wizz Air has acquired 15 daily slot pairs from Norwegian at Gatwick Airport. The deal means the low-cost carrier will base four additional Airbus A321neo aircraft at the airport. Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:36:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/indigo-partners-places-substantial-airbus-order-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/indigo-partners-places-substantial-airbus-order-in-dubai/ Indigo Partners has announced an order for 255 additional A321neo family aircraft for its portfolio of airlines. Wizz Air, Frontier, Volaris and JetSMART are all part of the group. Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:30:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coalition-calls-for-end-to-airport-slot-rules-suspension/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coalition-calls-for-end-to-airport-slot-rules-suspension/ A coalition formed of Gatwick, Belfast International and Edinburgh Airports, as well as Wizz Air, has written to transport secretary, Grant Shapps, urging him to reinstate suspended airport slot rules. Tue, 09 Nov 2021 09:22:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-drive1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-drive1/ Wizz Air continues to ramp up recruitment in the UK as it looks to hire more cabin crew at its London Luton and Doncaster Sheffield bases. Also today, the carrier Air has restarted its route to Tel Aviv. Tue, 02 Nov 2021 04:32:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-confirms-wider-winter-sun-restart/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-confirms-wider-winter-sun-restart/ Wizz Air will restart flights from London Luton to Gran Canaria, Lisbon, Milan and Rome, as well as departures from Doncaster Sheffield to Lanzarote, Tenerife and Fuerteventura. Sat, 09 Oct 2021 01:02:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/geoffroy-steps-up-as-leader-of-wizz-air-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/geoffroy-steps-up-as-leader-of-wizz-air-uk/ Wizz Air has welcomed Marion Geoffroy as the new managing director of Wizz Air UK. Owain Jones, the outgoing managing director, will continue at the company as chief supply chain and legal officer. Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:31:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-re-launches-more-flights-from-london-luton/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-re-launches-more-flights-from-london-luton/ Flights to the sunny hotspots of Fuerteventura and Gibraltar operate twice weekly, while departures to the historic city of Vienna take-off five times a week. Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:57:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-make-covid-19-vaccination-compulsory-for-crew/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-make-covid-19-vaccination-compulsory-for-crew/ The carrier said it was implementing the policy as part of its commitment to protecting the health and safety of its passengers and staff. It will come into effect in December. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 03:54:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-ambitions-pilot-recruitment-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-ambitions-pilot-recruitment-drive/ The airline has already trained over 150 additional pilots in order to fly over 100 per cent of pre-Covid capacity this summer and aims to recruit over 300 more by the end of this year. Fri, 06 Aug 2021 08:03:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-pulls-cardiff-base-two-weeks-before-take-off/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-pulls-cardiff-base-two-weeks-before-take-off/ Less than a day after it confirmed plans were moving ahead for a new base in Cardiff, Wizz Air has now confirmed the project will be pushed back to next summer. Fri, 16 Jul 2021 08:29:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-take-off-from-cardiff-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-take-off-from-cardiff-this-month/ The news comes as the Welsh government announces that fully vaccinated travellers returning from amber list countries will not have to quarantine from July 19th onwards. Thu, 15 Jul 2021 05:05:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-flights-to-new-green-list-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-flights-to-new-green-list-destinations/ Wizz Air is restarting flights to three additional destinations from June 30th onwards, as the UK government expands the green list of countries people can travel to without having to quarantine. Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:28:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-first-ever-uk-domestic-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-first-ever-uk-domestic-service/ Wizz Air is launching its first ever domestic service, with flights from its Doncaster Sheffield and Cardiff bases to Jersey. Beginning in July, these flights will operate twice weekly. Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:08:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-drive/ Wizz Air is recruiting cabin crew members across its UK bases, including London Luton, Gatwick, Doncaster Sheffield and Cardiff. The decision comes ahead of the summer season. Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:05:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-expand-italy-operation-with-new-rome-base/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-expand-italy-operation-with-new-rome-base/ Wizz Air has confirmed it will open a new base in Rome, offering 32 new services to 19 countries. The carrier said this is the biggest number of routes ever announced in one go. Fri, 14 May 2021 08:54:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-opens-booking-for-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-opens-booking-for-next-summer/ The low-cost carrier hopes many travellers will be booking now for a long-awaited holiday next year, with the airline offering a network of over 80 destinations from 12 UK airports. Mon, 10 May 2021 06:49:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-new-summer-flights-from-luton/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-adds-new-summer-flights-from-luton/ From June 22nd, Wizz will operate flights twice weekly to the popular Mediterranean hotspot of Antalya, and from September 22nd, flights will commence three times a week to Rzeszow in Poland. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:51:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expects-loss-of-570m-for-financial-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expects-loss-of-570m-for-financial-2020/ Wizz Air said it still had around €1,615 million on hand at the end of March, and was well placed to benefit from any recovery in the travel sector. Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:56:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-shares-fall-at-indigo-partners-sells-stake/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-shares-fall-at-indigo-partners-sells-stake/ Shares in low-cost carrier Wizz Air fell by more than five per cent in early trading this morning as Indigo Partners said it would divest half of its stake in the airline. Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:48:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-winter-flight-schedule/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-winter-flight-schedule/ Wizz Air has unveiled its flight schedule for the coming winter. A pre-sale is now open to members, while the tickets can be booked by the public from February 18th. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-sarajevo-connection-in-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-sarajevo-connection-in-may/ Wizz Air has announced a new connection between Luton and Sarajevo in Bosnia & Herzegovina. The carrier is also increasing frequencies on flights to Suceava, Athens, Reykjavik and Dalaman. Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:43:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-looks-long-term-despite-big-losses-in-third-quarter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-looks-long-term-despite-big-losses-in-third-quarter/ Wizz has reported a net loss of €116 million for the three months to December as the Covid-19 pandemic took a toll on aviation. The low-cost carrier saw profits of €21 million for the same period last year. Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:33:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-to-add-tel-aviv-flights-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-to-add-tel-aviv-flights-next-month/ The new route, launching on February 12th, will create new opportunities for travellers and further diversify the tourism sector in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Fri, 15 Jan 2021 04:32:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-to-take-off-for-greece-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-abu-dhabi-to-take-off-for-greece-next-month/ Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has confirmed that Athens will be its inaugural destination, with flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport starting on January 15th. Wed, 30 Dec 2020 09:34:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-summer-connections-from-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-summer-connections-from-uk/ The new routes, launching in the spring, offer connections between Doncaster Sheffield, Gatwick and London Luton and sunshine destinations in Turkey, Bulgaria, Spain and Greece. Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:21:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-from-madeira-from-luton/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-from-madeira-from-luton/ From relaxing on the black sand beaches, to hiking alongside the levada water channels to swimming with dolphins and exploring vineyards, Madeira is a very inviting destination. Tue, 15 Dec 2020 08:43:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-route-to-gibraltar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-route-to-gibraltar/ Located at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar boasts warm year-round temperatures making it the perfect destination to enjoy some winter sun. Mon, 14 Dec 2020 07:44:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flights-from-doncaster-sheffield-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flights-from-doncaster-sheffield-airport/ Flights to popular holiday hotspots such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife take off from Doncaster Sheffield Airport again from today. TUI and Wizz Air are also offering discounts on test and release kits. Fri, 04 Dec 2020 05:11:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-new-base-at-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-new-base-at-cardiff-airport/ The new base will offer year-round flights from Cardiff for the first time, with connections to sun destinations including Alicante, Faro, Larnaca and Tenerife Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:56:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-carbon-offering-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-carbon-offering-programme/ Wizz Air has launched a carbon offsetting scheme as part of its wider plan to cut emissions. The system lets passengers to calculate the environmental impact of a flight and offset the emissions. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 11:11:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-partners-with-cartrawler-for-new-rental-options/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-partners-with-cartrawler-for-new-rental-options/ Wizz Ride is a new taxi and private transfer booking platform integrated into its existing mobile app. The debut comes in partnership with the business-to-business car rental provider CarTrawler. Thu, 05 Nov 2020 10:25:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-owain-jones-managing-director-wizz-air-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-owain-jones-managing-director-wizz-air-uk/ As Wizz Air opens new bases at Gatwick and Doncaster Sheffield, Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, speaks to Owain Jones, UK managing director for the low-cost carrier, about how it is able to offer a ray of light amid unceasing darkness for the aviation sector Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:34:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/low-cost-carries-cut-capacity-as-second-covid-19-wave-bites/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/low-cost-carries-cut-capacity-as-second-covid-19-wave-bites/ Low-cost carriers in Europe are reacting to a second wave of Covid-19 across the continent and the associated travel restrictions and quarantine requirements. Fri, 23 Oct 2020 07:15:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-base-at-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-launches-new-base-at-london-gatwick/ With the inaugural flights to Athens and Naples, today marks the official opening of the new base, which is one of three in the UK for the, alongside London Luton and Doncaster Sheffield. Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:54:26 +0000