Press Release
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , proudly announces a major milestone in Cyprus, surpassing 9 million passengers transported to and from Larnaca International Airport since launching operations in the country. This achievement underscores Wizz Air’s ongoing commitment to providing affordable, high-quality travel experiences while expanding its presence in the region.
Since launching operations in Cyprus in 2020, Wizz Air has rapidly expanded its network and established itself as a key airline in the market. As part of its continuous growth strategy, the airline recently introduced two new routes from Larnaca International Airport to Cairo and Milan, further enhancing connectivity for travelers.
In celebration of this achievement, Wizz Air rewarded the lucky 9 millionth passenger with a unique travel voucher and surprised travelers on a flight from Budapest to Larnaca with celebratory treats, adding a festive touch to their journey.
Commenting on this achievement, Olivia Harangozo, Corporate Communications Manager at Wizz Air, said: “Reaching 9 million passengers at Larnaca International Airport is an incredible milestone for us. This accomplishment reflects the trust and loyalty of our passengers, who continue to choose Wizz Air for their travel needs. We are happy to see more and more passengers from Cyprus choose Wizz Air, and we remain dedicated to offering affordable fares, an extensive network of destinations, and an exceptional travel experience. Our commitment is to continuously adapt to our customers’ evolving expectations while making air travel more accessible than ever.”
Achieving this remarkable milestone of serving 9 million passengers, Wizz Air has cemented its position as a leading airline in Cyprus and market leader in Larnaca. The airline first began operations in Cyprus in 2010 as an inbound carrier and building on its successful partnership with Hermes Airports, launched its Larnaca base in 2020 with two aircrafts. Since then, the airline has tripled its capacity, making Wizz Air the largest carrier in Larnaca with a market share of 28%, and a key player in Cypriot aviation.
Maria Kouroupi, Director of Aviation Development, Marketing, and Communication at Hermes Airports, stated: "Hermes Airports’ strong partnership with Wizz Air continues to develop, empowering our strategic goal to enhance Cyprus’s air connectivity with year-round flights, promoting sustainable tourism and giving to both local and international passengers a range of valuable travel options. The milestone of 9 million passengers highlights the substance of our long-term successful collaboration with Wizz Air and we are looking forward to expanding our partnership, to further enhance our country’s connectivity, economy, and tourism."
As Wizz Air continues to grow in Cyprus, passengers can take advantage of its expanding route network and low fares. Visit www.wizzair.com to explore the latest routes, and book your next trip today.
About Wizz Air
Wizz Air operates a fleet of 227 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. A team of dedicated aviation professionals delivers superior service and very low fares, making Wizz Air the preferred choice of 62.8 million passengers in 2024. Wizz Air is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ. The company was recently named one of the world's top ten safest airlines by airlineratings.com, the world's only safety and product rating agency, and named Airline of the Year by Air Transport Awards in 2019 and in 2023. Wizz Air has also been recognised as the "Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline" within the in 2021-2023 and “Best Airline for Carbon Reduction” by World Finance Sustainability Awards in 2024. Wizz Air also received "EMEA’s Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year" by the CAPA-Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2024.
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Olivia Harangozó Corporate Communications Manager, Wizz Air Group communications@wizzair.com
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