Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, has closed calendar year 2025 with growth, an expanded and refocused network, and continued improvements in operational performance. The airline added new aircraft, opened hundreds of new routes, and carried record passenger volumes, while also strengthening punctuality and reliability across its network.
“2025 was a defining year for Wizz Air. We expanded our fleet at pace, opened hundreds of new routes, and carried more passengers than ever before – all while strengthening the reliability of our operations. This combination of scale and improving performance is exactly what sets us apart,” said József Váradi, Chief Executive Officer of Wizz Air. “In 2026, we intend to go even further. Our focus is firmly on accelerating growth in Central and Eastern Europe and unlocking opportunities in markets that remain underserved and full of potential. We are building an airline that doesn’t just follow demand – we create it. And we will continue pushing boundaries to deliver more choice, more affordability, and a consistently better experience for millions of travellers.”
Expansion and record passenger demand
- 42 new aircraft joined the Wizz Air fleet, supporting continued network growth and improved fuel efficiency
- The airline operated close to 335,000 scheduled flights across its network
- Wizz Air launched more than 320 new routes, expanding connectivity across Europe and beyond
- Passenger demand remained strong, with 68.6 million carried passengers in 2025 (+9.4% y-o-y)
Operation performance: reliability and punctuality improvements
Wizz Air continued to strengthen its operational performance throughout 2025, supported by targeted initiatives in maintenance, ground handling, crew planning, and operational control.
Key operational metrics for calendar year 2025:
- Completion rate*: 99.61% (the second highest across major European carriers)
- D15 departures*: 73.38% (among the ten highest ones across major European carriers)
- A15 arrivals*: 77.98% (among the ten highest ones across major European carriers)
These results reflect steady progress toward the airline’s punctuality and reliability goals, with further improvements expected as operational initiatives mature in 2026.
Looking ahead
Wizz Air enters 2026 with strong momentum and a clear strategic focus: scaling its operation, deepening its presence in Central and Eastern Europe, and unlocking growth in underserved markets with significant long‑term potential. The airline will continue investing in operational excellence, digital tools, and having one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the world to support further improvements in punctuality, resilience, and customer experience.
With strong demand, a growing fleet, and a disciplined focus on performance, Wizz Air is positioning itself to serve even more passengers, operate at greater scale, and set new benchmarks for efficiency and reliability in European aviation. The ambition for 2026 is clear: build on the achievements of 2025 and deliver an even stronger, more dependable, and more innovative operation for 80+ million travellers across both established and fast‑growing markets.
Cyprus in focus - 2025
In Cyprus, Wizz Air continued to strengthen its presence and operational performance throughout the calendar year 2025. The airline carried approximately 2.5 million passengers, operating nearly 13,000 flights from Larnaca and Paphos.
Operational reliability improved further, with on-time performance increasing by more than 10% compared to 2024. During the year, Wizz Air operated 37 routes connecting Cyprus with 20 countries, strengthening the island’s connectivity across Europe and beyond.
In parallel, the airline remains committed to investing in the local aviation ecosystem, actively recruiting flight and cabin crew in Cyprus, in line with its long-term growth plans for the market, as highlighted in the recent WAPA announcement.
