Wizz Air Expands Its Italian Network in 2026: 16 New Routes Confirmed from Italy

Wizz Air has officially confirmed a major expansion of its Italian operations for 2026, announcing 16 new international routes from Italy, including nine departures from Rome Fiumicino alone. The expansion was validated through official Wizz Air announcements, airport authority releases, and specialized aviation media, with final updates published in December 2025.

Italy remains one of Wizz Air’s most strategic European markets, and this new wave of routes significantly enhances connectivity between Italian cities and Southern Europe, the Balkans, Central and Eastern Europe, and the Mediterranean islands — all while maintaining the airline’s ultra-low-cost positioning.

Booking Tips for 2026 Flights

Routes typically open for sale 12–15 months in advance
Lowest fares are often available shortly after route announcements
Always book directly via wizzair.com or the official app
Island routes (Crete, Minorca, Kefalonia) tend to sell out early during peak season

Rome Fiumicino (FCO): 9 New Wizz Air Routes in 2026

Wizz Air will base its 15th aircraft at Rome Fiumicino Airport, enabling the launch of nine new international routes throughout 2026. Rome continues to act as a key hub for both leisure and Eastern European connectivity.

1. Rome Fiumicino — Malta

Start date: 29 March 2026
Frequency: Daily
Aircraft: Airbus A321neo
This route reinforces Rome’s links with the central Mediterranean and offers year-round connectivity.

2. Rome Fiumicino — Rhodes (Greece)

Start date: 28 June 2026
Frequency: 4 flights per week
A high-demand summer leisure route connecting Rome with one of Greece’s most popular islands.

3. Rome Fiumicino — Kefalonia (Greece)

Start date: 29 June 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Ideal for travelers seeking less crowded Greek island destinations.

4. Rome Fiumicino — Minorca (Spain)

Start date: 30 June 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week

5. Rome Fiumicino — Chania (Crete, Greece)

Start date: Summer 2026
Frequency: To be confirmed
Status: Newly added in December 2025
One of the most popular Greek islands.

6. Rome Fiumicino — Tallinn (Estonia)

Start date: 21 September 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Enhances connectivity between Italy and the Baltic region.

7. Rome Fiumicino — Varna (Bulgaria)

Start date: 22 September 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Serves both leisure demand and the Bulgarian diaspora in Italy.

8. Rome Fiumicino — Constanța (Romania)

Start date: 22 September 2026
Frequency: 2 flights per week
Provides direct access to Romania’s Black Sea coast.

9. Rome Fiumicino — Pristina (Kosovo)

Start date: 22 September 2026
Frequency: 2 flights per week
A key VFR route serving strong community ties.

New Wizz Air Routes from Other Italian Cities (2026)

10. Turin — London Luton

Start date: 13 June 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Operator: Wizz Air UK
Note: Operated using newly acquired TUI slots, increasing UK–Italy capacity from Northern Italy.

11. Alghero — Tirana (Albania)

Start date: 24 June 2026
Frequency: 2 flights per week
Improves Sardinia’s connectivity with the Balkans.

12. Lamezia Terme — Warsaw Chopin

Start date: 30 March 2026
Frequency: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Airport: Warsaw Chopin (WAW)
This is the first direct connection between Calabria and Poland’s main international hub.

13. Naples — Skopje (North Macedonia)

Start date: 30 March 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Supports both tourism and diaspora travel between Southern Italy and the Balkans.

14. Milan — Ohrid (North Macedonia)

Start date: 30 March 2026
Frequency: 2 flights per week
Provides direct access to Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage destination.

15. Rimini — Sofia (Bulgaria)

Start date: 31 March 2026
Frequency: 3 flights per week
Strengthens Rimini’s links with Eastern Europe.

16. Rimini — Katowice (Poland)

Start date: 8 June 2026
Frequency: 2 flights per week

Italy and Wizz Air: A Strategic Market in Continuous Growth

Over the past decade, Wizz Air has steadily increased its footprint in Italy, investing in aircraft basing, new routes, and regional airports often underserved by traditional carriers. The 2026 expansion confirms this long-term strategy, with:

Additional aircraft based in Italy
Increased frequencies on leisure and VFR (Visiting Friends & Relatives) routes
Strong focus on Mediterranean islands and Eastern Europe
Continued use of Airbus A321neo aircraft, supporting efficiency and sustainability goals

This expansion particularly strengthens Rome Fiumicino, but also boosts connectivity from Turin, Naples, Milan, Lamezia Terme, Alghero, and Rimini.