Wizz Air’s New Base in Yerevan to Offer 1.2 Million Seats Annually and Expand Regional Connectivity
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air’s new base in Yerevan, launching October 2025, introduces eight new routes to six countries, reinforcing the airline’s leadership in Armenia’s aviation sector. The Airbus A321neo aircraft will offer sustainable travel options, while the base’s expansion is expected to create 100 direct jobs and 800 indirect jobs in Armenia. With over 1.2 million seats available annually, the airline’s growth continues to strengthen both regional and international connectivity.
(PRESS RELEASE) YEREVAN, Armenia, 2025-May-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, Europe’s most environmentally sustainable airline, has announced the opening of a new base in Yerevan, Armenia. This strategic expansion, starting October 2025, will provide passengers with eight new routes to six countries and secure Wizz Air’s leadership in Armenia’s aviation market.
With two state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo aircraft stationed at Zvartnots Airport, the airline will offer direct flights to Bari, Bucharest, Hamburg, Naples, Nice, Memmingen, Paphos, and Prague. In addition, Wizz Air will increase the frequency of flights to Dortmund from two to four weekly flights. The total expansion will result in 1.2 million seats being offered annually to and from Yerevan.
This new base in Yerevan is the 34th base in Wizz Air’s network, contributing significantly to Armenia’s economy by creating 100 direct jobs in aviation, as well as indirectly generating about 800 jobs in associated sectors. The airline’s arrival has already transported over 2.2 million passengers since its initial operations in Armenia in 2020.
New Routes from Yerevan:
Yerevan – Prague: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, from EUR 39.99 (starting 1 October 2025)
Yerevan – Hamburg: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, from EUR 69.99 (starting 1 October 2025)
Yerevan – Nice: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, from EUR 45.99 (starting 2 October 2025)
Yerevan – Paphos: Thursdays, Sundays, from EUR 29.99 (starting 2 October 2025)
Yerevan – Naples: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, from EUR 29.99 (starting 15 October 2025)
Yerevan – Bucharest: Thursdays, Sundays, from EUR 29.99 (starting 26 October 2025)
Yerevan – Bari: Wednesdays, Sundays, from EUR 35.99 (starting 26 October 2025)
Yerevan – Memmingen: Tuesdays, Saturdays, from EUR 49.99 (starting 28 October 2025)
Additional Flights:
Yerevan – Dortmund: Increase from 2 to 4 flights weekly (starting 1 October 2025)
With the arrival of the Airbus A321neo, Wizz Air continues its commitment to sustainability, as the aircraft features a 20% reduction in fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions, alongside a 50% reduction in noise footprint compared to previous aircraft models.
Impact on the Economy:
Roland Tischner, Managing Director at Wizz Air Hungary, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, saying, “We are thrilled to base operations in Yerevan and nearly double the number of direct routes from the city. This development will increase our market share in Armenia to 30%, offering over 1.2 million seats annually. Wizz Air’s expansion will not only connect Armenia to more European destinations but will also contribute to local job creation and economic growth.”
Armen Simonyan, Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, emphasized the importance of attracting international airlines to Armenia, noting the role of both international and local carriers in enhancing connectivity and promoting a competitive aviation market.
Media contact:
communications@wizzair.com
SOURCE: Wizz Air Hungary Ltd.
