Wizz Air News
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi welcomes first A321neo to fleet
A joint-venture established between holding company ADQ and Wizz Air, the airline recently received national carrier status from the government of the United Aram Emirates.
Wizz Air bolsters connections to eastern Europe
Wizz Air has restarted its London Luton flights to St Petersburg, while also expanding operations in Lithuanian capital Vilnius.
Wizz Air to open base at Gatwick airport
The airline will allocate one Airbus A321 aircraft to the south London hub and launch four new routes to leisure destinations in Greece, Italy, Spain and Malta from October.
Wizz Air returns to Moscow after Covid-19 suspension
As Russian travel restrictions ease, UK passengers can once again visit the sprawling metropolis, boasting world-class architecture and a rich history.
Wizz Air calls for end to airport slot use waiver
The carrier has recovered 77 per cent of its capacity year-on-year across its network and almost 100 per cent of its UK-based operation but argues it is prevented from expanding further at key airports.
Wizz Air to relaunch Russian routes next month
Wizz Air has announced the restart of its Russian routes, with flights from Luton taking off from August 15th. Flights will operate twice a week to the Russian capital and once a week to St Petersburg.
Wizz Air calls for flexibility on airport landing slots
Wizz Air has called on the European Commission and all other stakeholders to bring an end of the current waiver from the 80-20 use-it-or-lose-it rule for airport slots.
Wizz Air signs Gemma Collins for summer campaign
As part of the collaboration, the low-cost carrier and Gemma Collins will provide UK passengers with post-lockdown holiday inspiration, just in time for the summer travel season.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi unveils initial route network
The joint-venture - established between holding company ADQ and low-cost carrier Wizz Air Holdings - has just received national carrier status from the government of the United Arab Emirates.
Wizz Air touches down in Abu Dhabi for first time
Wizz Air has celebrated the arrival of its first scheduled flight to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The flight from Budapest landed in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, to be followed shortly by a new route from Bucharest.
Wizz Air to open first Russian base
Wizz Air has announced its first Russian base, in Saint Petersburg. From September, one Airbus A320 aircraft will be based at Pulkovo Airport.
Wizz Air heads for Gran Canaria as flying returns
Known for its diverse ecosystems and landscape of mountains, pine forests and sandy beaches stretching over 60 kilometres, Gran Canaria is often referred to as a ‘miniature continent’.