AVIATION
February 2026
Wizz Air Announces Massive Expansion with New Tel Aviv Base
The scope of this expansion is set to transform the travel landscape significantly. The airline intends to increase its operations from 20 existing routes to a total of 70, effectively opening the skies to new markets. This move will see ten new aircraft stationed permanently in Israel, creating thousands of jobs and, more importantly for visitors, fostering an environment of competition that is expected to drive down ticket costs. Transport Minister Regev emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader effort to lower the cost of living and travel through creativity and “Open Skies” competition, ensuring that a vacation in Israel becomes more budget- friendly for visitors from
across the globe. One of the most practical benefits for tourists will be the improvement in flight schedules. Currently, many low-cost flights to and from Tel Aviv operate at awkward hours due to aircraft being based in Europe, often resulting in late-night arrivals or very early departures. By establishing a local base, Wizz Air will gain access to preferred takeoff and landing slots, similar to those enjoyed by Israeli carriers. This operational shift will allow for morning departures from Tel Aviv and same-night returns from Europe, making travel itineraries far more convenient and potentially reducing the need for extra hotel nights simply to accommodate flight times.
The low-cost giant plans to station aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport by April, promising lower fares, fifty new routes, and convenient schedules for international travelers
G reat news is on the horizon for travelers planning their next Mediterranean getaway. Wizz Air, Europe’s second- largest low-cost carrier, has announced ambitious plans to establish a permanent base at Ben Gurion Airport as early as April. During a recent meeting in Jerusalem between Wizz Air CEO
József Váradi and Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev, the airline outlined a massive expansion strategy that includes a $1 billion investment in the Israeli market over the next three years. For tourists, this signals a potential drop in flight prices and a significant increase in accessibility to the Holy Land.
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