Wizz Air celebrates Ramadan with 25pc discount
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, is celebrating the holy month of Ramadan with an exclusive up to 25 per cent two-day discount on bookings made between February 25 and 26.
The offer is valid for travel between March 1 and May 31, providing travellers with an opportunity to explore Wizz Air's expanding network of destinations.
With fares starting from just AED179 ($48.74), travellers can explore a diverse range of vibrant and culturally rich destinations.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is the smart choice to travel, championing ultra-low fares and unique travel experiences, with more than 30 unmissable destinations. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is enabling meaningful travel experiences and fuelling curiosity, enhancing connectivity and strengthening local economies.
Johan Eidhagen, Managing Director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, said: 'As the national airline for everyone, we are delighted to celebrate Ramadan by offering unbeatable fares to exciting destinations. With unmatched affordability, we are proud to inspire exploration and boost inclusivity, allowing travellers to book their well-deserved holiday with their loved ones at incredibly low fares. Wizz Air is committed to carrying the flag of ultra-low-cost travel in the region and we encourage early bookings to secure the lowest fares. We look forward to seeing you on board our aircraft for a well-deserved vacation and sharing our love of travel soon.'
As a key contributor to Abu Dhabi's sustainable tourism growth, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi offers ultra-low-fare travel to an expanding network of destinations, including Alexandria (Egypt), Almaty (Kazakhstan), Amman (Jordan), Baku (Azerbaijan), Belgrade (Serbia), Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), Cairo (Egypt), Cluj (Romania) and Dammam (Saudi Arabia). In addition to routes to Kutaisi (Georgia), Larnaca (Cyprus), Male (Maldives), Madinah (Saudi Arabia), Astana (Kazakhstan), Samarkand (Uzbekistan), Sarajevo (Bosnia), Sohag (Egypt), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Turkistan (Kazakhstan), Tirana (Albania), now available Varna (Bulgaria) and Yerevan (Armenia) among others.
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