Wizz Air
Wizz Air is an ultra-low-cost carrier that has, following the folding of Málev Airlines in 2012, become something like Hungary's de facto national airline. Operating a young fleet of all-Airbus aircraft and utilizing a mix of primary, secondary, and regional airports, the carrier has been adding bases and routes at breakneck speed - and is by no means done yet. (Featured image: Getty Images)
Wizz Air
- IATA/ICAO Code
- W6/WZZ
- Airline Type
- Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier
- Year Founded
- 2003
- CEO
- József Váradi
- Country
- Hungary
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Wizz Air Leverages Passenger Data And AI With New Shopping Platform
The airline's new initiative is undoubtedly creative.
Interview: Why Is Sustainable Aviation Fuel So Hard To Come By For Low-Cost Airlines?
Many budget carriers are keen to increase the amount of SAF they use but face logistical difficulties in doing so.
Half A Million Tonnes Of Sewage-Based SAF: Inside Wizz Air's Ambitious Sustainability Partnership With Firefly
The Hungarian low-cost carrier revealed its plans to the world last week.
New Summer Flights At Budapest Airport: 39 Airlines Offer 130 Direct Destinations
Destinations within Europe and Far East Asia will see frequency boosts.
New FAA AD On Pratt & Whitney PW1100G Engines Could Cost US Airlines Over $150 Million
A new directive by the FAA has added more engine parts to be inspected by PW1100G operators.
Aeroitalia Shows You Can Make Money Flying In Italy With $7.5 Million Profit In 2023
The profit came as the largest airlines in Italy, including Wizz Air and easyJet, began cutting domestic capacity in 2023.
easyJet vs Ryanair vs Wizz Air: How Do Their Hand Luggage Allowances Compare?
Each of the European low-cost giants has slightly different rules on this front.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Wow: Wizz Air To Grow By Under 2% This Summer As Engine Problems Bite
How it'll use its aircraft has changed significantly, as summarized here.
Wow: Wizz Air Has Now Handled 6 Million Passengers At London Gatwick Airport
The news follows the announcement of a similar milestone at another of the carrier's UK bases.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Destination Unknown: Wizz Air Wants Passengers To 'Get Lost' With Mystery Flight Competition
Lucky winners will depart from London Gatwick for a four-night trip.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Abu Dhabi Airport Renamed To Zayed International Airport
The name is in honor of the late Sheikh Zayed.
Ryanair, Wizz Air & easyJet Gear Up For Record Summer Demand
A record number of seats are scheduled to cater to a strong summer season.
14% Yearly Rise: Wizz Air Carried 4.7 Million Passengers In January
Throughout the month, the airline was also focused on its carbon footprint.
Record Numbers: Wizz Air Served Over 60 Million Passengers Last Year
The airline also recorded its highest number of travelers in the third quarter.
Top 5: The Largest Airlines Serving Lithuania By Seat Availability In 2024
Surprisingly, airBaltic is not the largest airline operating out of Lithuania.
Wizz Air Passengers Refunded £1.24 Million After CAA Enforcement Action
Thousands of claimants received extra compensation as a result of the action.