Wizz Air Unveils Largest-Ever Expansion in Albania with New Routes, Additional Aircraft, and Strengthened Partnership with Tirana International Airport
Albania’s leading airline, Wizz Air, widely recognized as EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline*, has announced its most ambitious growth initiative yet in the Albanian market. In partnership with Tirana International Airport (TIA), the carrier revealed the largest expansion of its operations in Albania, underscoring its market leadership and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country’s aviation and tourism sectors.
The announcement highlights four brand-new international routes from Tirana, the addition of a state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo aircraft to its Albanian fleet in 2026, and increased flight frequencies on several popular existing routes. Taken together, this expansion cements Wizz Air’s position not only as Albania’s number-one airline but also as a major contributor to the country’s connectivity with the wider European market.
New Routes to Strengthen Albania’s European Ties
Beginning in the summer of 2026, Wizz Air will expand its network from Tirana with four new connections to major European destinations. These routes will link Albania’s bustling capital with cities across Northern, Western, and Southern Europe, providing passengers with greater choice and accessibility for both leisure and business travel.
- Tirana – Stockholm Arlanda (Sweden): Four weekly flights operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, strengthening links with Scandinavia and opening new opportunities for cultural and business exchange.
- Tirana – Cologne (Germany): Three weekly flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, connecting passengers to one of Germany’s most vibrant cultural and economic centers.
- Tirana – Billund (Denmark): Two weekly flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays, enhancing Albania’s connectivity with Denmark, a growing hub for tourism and business.
- Tirana – Tenerife (Spain): Two weekly flights on Thursdays and Sundays, giving Albanians direct access to one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations.
Tickets for these routes are already available for purchase on wizzair.com and through the WIZZ mobile app, with fares starting from as little as 2,490 LEK, making air travel more affordable and accessible for Albanian travelers.
A Growing Fleet in Albania
The expansion is supported by the arrival of Wizz Air’s 14th Airbus A321neo aircraft, which will be based in Tirana starting in December 2025. This addition underscores Wizz Air’s continued investment in Albania and its strategy to strengthen its fleet with next-generation aircraft known for their fuel efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and increased passenger comfort.
With this new aircraft, Wizz Air will operate a network of 57 routes to 18 countries directly from Tirana. The expanded fleet allows the airline to not only introduce new routes but also to enhance frequencies on several high-demand destinations across Europe.
Increased Frequencies on Popular Routes
In addition to the launch of new connections, Wizz Air will increase frequencies on several of its most popular and heavily traveled routes, offering passengers even more flexibility when planning their journeys:
- Tirana – Milan Malpensa (Italy): Flights will rise from 16 per week to 21 per week, strengthening ties between Albania and Italy’s economic hub.
- Tirana – Brussels (Belgium): Weekly flights will grow from 11 to 14, providing more convenient access to Europe’s political capital.
- Tirana – Turin (Italy): An increase from 9 to 11 flights per week will further enhance connections with Northern Italy.
- Tirana – Berlin (Germany): Services will expand from 7 to 9 per week, supporting growing demand for business and tourism travel between the two capitals.
These frequency increases will make travel more seamless for Albanians living abroad, tourists visiting Albania, and business travelers seeking stronger connections with European markets.
Celebrating with Special Offers
To celebrate the announcement, Wizz Air is offering a 15% discount on selected flights booked on 9 September 2025. The offer applies to travel scheduled between 17 September and 17 December 2025 and is available to members of the Wizz Discount Club. This promotional campaign reflects Wizz Air’s strategy of making flying not only convenient but also highly affordable, encouraging more Albanians to explore destinations across Europe.
Leadership Remarks
Piotr Trawka, Commercial Officer for Western and Southern Europe at Wizz Air, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion:
“Today marks another exciting milestone in Wizz Air’s journey in Albania. The addition of our 14th aircraft at Tirana International Airport and the launch of four new routes underline our strong commitment to providing Albanian passengers with even more affordable travel options and exciting destinations. With this biggest-ever network in Albania, we are proud to further strengthen our partnership with Tirana International Airport and contribute to Albania’s growing role as a travel base in the region. Let’s Wizz Albanians, and let’s prepare for your next journey.”
Wizz Air’s Journey in Albania
Since launching its operations in 2017, Wizz Air has become Albania’s leading airline and one of the most important players in the region’s aviation industry. In just under a decade, the airline has carried more than 19 million passengers to and from Albania, offering competitive fares, reliable service, and modern aircraft.
Wizz Air’s expansion has supported the growth of Tirana International Airport as a regional hub, transforming it into one of the fastest-growing airports in Europe. By consistently adding new destinations and increasing frequencies, the airline has made Albania more connected to the rest of the continent than ever before.
Economic and Social Impact
The latest expansion goes beyond offering Albanians more travel choices—it also has significant economic and social implications. Increased routes and flight frequencies are expected to boost tourism in Albania, attract greater foreign investment, and strengthen business ties with major European economies. Additionally, the deployment of a new aircraft will create new direct and indirect jobs, supporting employment opportunities within the aviation and tourism industries.
By connecting Tirana to strategic destinations such as Stockholm, Cologne, Billund, and Tenerife, Wizz Air is also helping to foster cultural exchange and build bridges between Albania and diverse European communities.
Commitment to Sustainability
As part of its broader mission, Wizz Air continues to position itself as the most environmentally sustainable airline in Europe, operating one of the youngest fleets on the continent. The Airbus A321neo aircraft added to Tirana is not only quieter but also significantly more fuel-efficient compared to previous generations, reducing the airline’s overall environmental footprint.
This aligns with Albania’s growing emphasis on sustainable development, ensuring that increased connectivity does not come at the expense of environmental responsibility.
The latest expansion demonstrates that Wizz Air is not slowing down in Albania. With 57 routes now available from Tirana to 18 countries, and more expected in the future, the airline is well on its way to shaping Albania into a regional aviation hub.
As Albania continues to gain popularity as a tourist destination and strengthen its role in the regional economy, Wizz Air’s investment ensures that travelers can access affordable, reliable, and sustainable flights that bring Albania closer to Europe than ever before.
- Operations began in 2017
- More than 19 million passengers carried to and from Albania
- Fleet expansion to 14 Airbus A321neo aircraft based in Tirana by 2025
- 57 routes to 18 countries from Tirana International Airport by 2026