WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES ITS SPECIAL BIRTHDAY PROMO - Middle East Business News and Information
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air, EMEA's most environmentally sustainable airline[1], celebrates its birthday with an unmissable promo. From today to 18 of May, passengers can book over 1 million seats priced under 89 AED[2] for travel through March 28, 2026. The Tickets are already available on Wizz Air's website and through the official WIZZ app. The offer is valid until May 18 and promotional seats are limited.
With a network of over 800 routes, serving nearly 200 destinations across more than 50 countries, the airline is celebrating its milestone with a campaign that reflects its long-standing commitment to delivering accessible, personalised, and value-driven travel experiences.
Since its first flight in 2004 from Katowice to London Luton, Wizz Air has carried over 437.7 million passengers, supported by 33 bases in 16 countries, a young and efficient fleet of 232 Airbus aircraft (66% with neo technology), and an average aircraft age of just 4.66 years, one of the youngest in the industry.
This promo also reflects the airline's Customer First Compass initiative, which guides every aspect of the passenger journey through four key pillars: product, price, service and communication. With an investment of €14 billion over the next three years, Wizz Air continues to evolve alongside the needs of its customers, offering low fares, more flexibility, a seamless experience, and dedicated service at every step of travel.
'Our birthday is not just a celebration for us. It's a heartfelt thank you to the millions of passengers who have flown with Wizz Air since our very first flight. This incredible journey has only been possible thanks to the trust, enthusiasm, and loyalty of our customers across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, visiting family, or discovering a new destination, we want to be part of your journey. With our expanding network, modern fleet, and a renewed focus on personalisation through our Customer First Compass, we're committed to making travel more accessible, enjoyable, and tailored to you. This celebration is for our passengers, past and future and we can't wait to welcome even more of you on board.' said Johan Eidhagen, Managing Director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.
With more than 30 routes to and from Abu Dhabi, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the joint venture of ADQ, continues to strengthen its presence across the region. In 2024 alone, the airline operated more than 19,000 flights to/from Abu Dhabi and carried more than 1.2 million international visitors to the UAE capital, proudly flying the flag for ultra-low-fare travel. As the national carrier of the UAE, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is the second-largest airline in Abu Dhabi, contributing 25% of point-to-point traffic at Zayed International Airport. At the beginning of summer 2025, two exciting new routes will begin operation, with three weekly flights to Beirut and Gabala. This will make it easier than ever for smart, adventurous passengers to explore the Middle East, Europe, the Caucasus, Asia, and beyond at low fares.
[1] According to the CAPA – Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2022-2024, which benchmarks global airlines emissions intensity data and positions Wizz Air as the airline with the lowest co2 per RPK compared to other global and European airlines.
[2] One-way price including administration fee and small cabin baggage (maximum dimensions: 40x30x20 cm). Wheeled baggage and any other type of checked baggage are subject to additional charges. The price applies only to bookings made on wizzair.com and via the WIZZ mobile app. The number of seats at the prices shown is limited.
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