Wizz Air Announces Bulgaria Expansion with a New Aircraft and Seven New Routes from Sofia
- Joe Breitfeller
- Aug 7
- 2 min read
Wizz Air has announced the expansion of their base in Sofia with a seventh aircraft and seven new routes including service to Prague, Turin, Lamezia Terme, Chișinău, Palma de Mallorca, Marrakesh and Warsaw.
On Wednesday (August 6, 2025), Wizz Air announced a major expansion in Sofia, Bulgaria with a seventh based aircraft and seven new routes. Starting 2025, the new direct flights will connect Sofia with Prague (Czech Republic), Turin and Lamezia Terme (Italy), Chișinău (Moldova), Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Marrakesh (Morocco) and Warsaw (Poland). Tickets on the new routes are now bookable from 38.99 BGN (T&Cs apply). With the expansion, Wizz Air’s total capacity from Sofia Airport will increase by up to 1.29 million seats annually, over 100,000 more than their current capacity.
Speaking at Wednesday’s press conference at Sofia Airport, Wizz Air’s Commercial Officer – Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East, said,
“The expansion of our base in Sofia with another aircraft and seven new routes is a significant step in our long-term development strategy in Bulgaria and the region. The capital is solidifying its role as a key hub in Wizz Air’s network, and we are proud to offer Bulgarian passengers an even greater selection of affordable, convenient, and sustainable travel options to exciting destinations across Europe and beyond. We are confident that these new routes will meet growing demand for flexible and budget-friendly travel and will further strengthen market position in Bulgaria.”
Also commenting in Wizz Air’s expansion, Sofia Airport’s CEO, Jesus Caballero, added,
“Wizz Air’s decision to base a seventh aircraft and launch seven new routes is a clear sign of trust in the development and future potential of Vasil Levski Sofia Airport. This expansion marks another step forward in our long-term vision to transform the capital’s airport into a 5-star gateway in Southeast Europe and as a key driver of regional connectivity and economic growth. By expanding the network of direct destinations, we are opening new opportunities for business, tourism, and cultural exchange – bringing Bulgaria closer to Europe and the world.”
In addition to the new routes, Wizz Air is also increasing frequencies on four routes from Sofia, including service to Barcelona, Hamburg, Milan-Bergamo, and Basel.
Budapest, Hungary-based Wizz Air is the fastest growing European ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), and operates an all Airbus A320 and A321 Family fleet of 237 aircraft. Wizz Air is the largest ULCC in Central and Eastern Europe and serves over 830 routes to/from nearly 190 destinations in 51 countries. During FY 2025, Wizz Air carried 63.4 million guests. Wizz Air offers superior guest service at exceptionally low fares. Shares in the company trade on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol WIZZ.
Source: Wizz Air
