WIZZ AIR STRENGTHENS ITS POSITION AS EUROPE’S RELIABLE AIRLINE WITH STRONG OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE | News

Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, has delivered a strong operational performance through the first four months of 2026, cementing its position as one of the continent’s most reliable airlines ahead of the busy summer season.

At a time when travelers across Europe are seeking reassurance, predictability and stability amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and disruption affecting parts of the aviation industry, Wizz Air’s operating results demonstrate the resilience of its network and the strength of its daily operations.

“Reliability is the foundation of customer trust, and these results show that Wizz Air delivers one of the most reliable operations in Europe,” said Ian Malin, Chief Commercial Officer of Wizz Air. “As we enter the summer season, passengers can confidently choose Wizz Air, backed by strong operational performance, disciplined execution and a clear commitment to continuous improvement. Despite the broader challenges facing the aviation sector, including geopolitical uncertainty, our focus remains unchanged: to operate a stable network, minimize disruption to customers and get passengers to their destinations safely and on time. We know how important summer holidays are, and we are here to fly you to your dream holiday. Let’s WIZZ!”

“Importantly, despite the increase in jet fuel prices, we have no plans to cancel flights or pass these costs on to customers through higher ticket prices. Our priority remains clear: protecting the stability of our network and maintaining affordable prices for our passengers,” Malin added.

STRONG RELIABILITY THROUGHOUT EUROPE

Between January and April 2026, Wizz Air achieved a completion rate* of 99.53%, placing it among the top three major airlines in Europe for this key operational metric. Completion rate reflects an airline’s ability to consistently and reliably execute its planned flight schedule, even in a complex and challenging operating environment. For passengers, this means greater confidence that flights will operate on schedule during the peak summer period.

The results also underline the effectiveness of Wizz Air’s operational planning, investments in resilience and focus on delivering a predictable travel experience for millions of customers across Europe and beyond.

Punctuality that enables a stable network

Wizz Air also achieved strong punctuality results across several key industry indicators.

The airline is among the best performing airlines in Europe in terms of First-Wave Departures (FW D0%), a critical measure of how effectively airlines launch their operations at the start of the day. Strong first wave performance plays a vital role in maintaining stability across the network, minimizing delays and protecting the customer experience throughout the day.

Based on broader punctuality indicators – including D0%, D15% and A15%* – Wizz Air consistently ranked among the top airlines in Europe during the first four months of the year. These metrics measure on-time departures and arrivals and are widely recognized as indicators of operational consistency and reliability.

Furthermore, Wizz Air achieved an A180%* result of over 99% in the same period – the strongest performance in this area in the last four years. This shows that the airline is making continued progress in reducing significant delays and ensuring passengers reach their destinations with certainty.

PERFORMANCE THAT SUPPORTS A SMOOTH SUMMER SEASON

The strong operating performance comes as demand for summer travel remains strong, while passengers increasingly prioritize reliability and predictability when choosing an airline.

Against a backdrop of continued geopolitical uncertainty and operational pressure in parts of the industry, Wizz Air’s results provide assurance that the airline operates one of Europe’s most stable and reliable networks.

The airline has also continued to strengthen operational readiness ahead of the summer peak through improved planning, improved crew and aircraft allocation processes, closer coordination between operational teams and continued investments in technology and customer support.

As part of its wider commitment to reduce the impact of disruptions on customers, Wizz Air recently launched a new disruption assistance service with HTS, providing eligible passengers with support for delays of two hours or more. The initiative aims to provide faster, more proactive assistance during unexpected disruptions, further strengthening the airline’s customer support offering.

Together, these measures are designed to support smoother journeys, minimize disruptions and give customers greater confidence when traveling during the busy summer months.

A YEAR OF PROGRESS UNDER THE FIRST CUSTOMER COMPASS

The operational improvements also reflect the momentum generated under Wizz Air’s Customer First Compass initiative, which recently celebrated its one-year anniversary.

The initiative was introduced to improve the overall customer experience across the network, including strengthening operational discipline and improving day-to-day decision making. Over the past year, the Customer First Compass initiative has supported improvements in operational resilience, communications and service delivery, while strengthening Wizz Air’s long-term commitment to customers.

As Wizz Air gradually enters the summer season, it remains focused on delivering safe, reliable and affordable travel, while continuing to improve operational performance across its network. This commitment includes investing in operational resilience, protecting affordable fares and ensuring customers are supported before, during and after their journey.

*Completion Rate – the percentage of scheduled flights successfully operated without cancellation.
*FW D0% (on-time first wave departure) – measures how many of the airline’s first flights of the day depart exactly on time.
*D0% (on-time departure performance) – the percentage of flights that depart exactly on schedule, without delays.
*D15% (departure within 15 minutes) – the percentage of flights that depart within 15 minutes of the scheduled departure time.
*A15% (arrival within 15 minutes) – the percentage of flights that arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled arrival time.
*A180% (arrival within 180 minutes) – the percentage of flights that arrive within three hours of the scheduled arrival time.