Wizz Air Enhances Moldova Connectivity with Six New European Routes and Fleet Expansion

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Wizz Air, a prominent European low-cost carrier, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Moldova. The airline will introduce six new direct flights from Chișinău International Airport to various European destinations and add a third Airbus A320 aircraft to its Moldovan base, aiming to enhance connectivity and provide passengers with more travel options.

New Routes and Flight Details

Starting from late October 2025, the following routes will be available:​

Bari, Italy: Flights commencing on October 28, operating three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday).Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Germany: Flights starting on October 26, operating four times a week. ​Athens, Greece: New flights will be introduced, enhancing connectivity to Southern Europe. ​Maastricht, Netherlands: Direct flights to this Dutch city will be available, expanding Wizz Air’s network in Western Europe. ​Billund, Denmark: Flights to Denmark’s second-largest city will be introduced, providing more options for Scandinavian travel. ​Milan-Bergamo, Italy: Flights starting on October 26, operating four times a week. ​

These new routes are expected to operate with varying frequencies, with most routes offering three flights per week, while Milan-Bergamo and Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden will have four weekly flights.

Fleet Expansion and Operational Enhancements

To support these additional routes and meet growing passenger demand, Wizz Air will base a third Airbus A320 aircraft at Chișinău International Airport starting October 26, 2025.

This expansion represents a substantial increase in capacity, adding over 360,000 seats annually compared to the previous year.

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Statements from Wizz Air and Local Authorities

Andras Rado, Wizz Air’s Head of Communications and Government Affairs, expressed pride in the rapid expansion within Moldova, highlighting the addition of a third aircraft and numerous new destinations in just six months. He emphasized the airline’s commitment to investing in Moldova, aiming to provide passengers with more opportunities to explore the world. ​

Sergiu Spoială, Director of Chișinău International Airport, noted that Wizz Air’s expanded operations underscore the airport’s growth potential, enhancing Moldova’s connectivity with major European centers and supporting tourism and international business.

Impact on Moldova’s Connectivity

The introduction of these new routes and the expansion of Wizz Air’s fleet are poised to significantly improve Moldova’s air connectivity with key European destinations.

This development is expected to bolster tourism, facilitate business travel, and strengthen Moldova’s integration into the European transportation network. ​

Tickets for the new flights are available for booking through Wizz Air’s official website and mobile application.

Passengers are encouraged to secure their bookings early to take advantage of promotional fares and plan their travel itineraries effectively.​