NEWS FLASH
Wizz Air will shut its Abu Dhabi base from September 1 after virtually 5 years of operations. As beforehand reported, this can outcome within the termination of its Belgrade and Sarajevo flights on July 19 and August 31 respectively. This determination stems from sustained operational challenges within the Center East, together with engine efficiency in sizzling climates, airspace disruptions and restrictive regulatory situations. The airline’s precedence is to strengthen its place in Central, Jap and choose Western European markets. Cabin crew working for Wizz Air in Abu Dhabi can be supplied the likelihood to relocate to Europe.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi held a 25% share of the point-to-point market in Abu Dhabi and had sturdy masses on each its Belgrade and Sarajevo service. As EX-YU Aviation Information learns, Belgrade Airport is in discussions with two carriers to take over the Abu Dhabi service, whereas Sarajevo Airport considers the Emirati capital as a vacation spot of strategic significance and is searching for another. In Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia might doubtlessly substitute Wizz Air on a few of its routes.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi community, July 2025
