Europe's largest ultra-low-cost carrier by seat capacity.
Founded
2003
Headquarters
Budapest, Hungary
Wizz Air is a Hungarian ultra-low-cost carrier founded in 2003 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. It operates an extensive network across Central and Eastern Europe, as well as routes to Western Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, making it one of the fastest-growing airlines in Europe.
The airline is known for its no-frills model, charging low base fares while offering optional paid extras such as checked baggage, seat selection, and priority boarding. Wizz Air has been recognized for its relatively young, fuel-efficient fleet and its focus on secondary and regional airports to reduce costs.
Wizz Air is publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange and has expanded its operations through subsidiaries including Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, a joint venture launched in 2021 to serve routes from the United Arab Emirates.
Hubs & network
Wizz Air's primary hubs include Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport, and Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport, among others across Central and Eastern Europe.
Fleet
Wizz Air operates an all-Airbus narrowbody fleet consisting primarily of Airbus A320, A321, and A321neo family aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Wizz Air was founded in 2003 and began operations in May 2004.
- ›The airline is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ.
- ›Wizz Air launched Wizz Air Abu Dhabi in January 2021 as a joint venture with ADQ.
- ›The carrier operates one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets among European low-cost airlines.
- ›Wizz Air serves over 50 countries and more than 190 airports across Europe and beyond.
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