WARSAW— Wizz Air (W6) has announced its return to Warsaw Modlin Airport, marking a comeback after over a decade. Beginning October 26, 2025, the airline will open a new base at Modlin.
The airline will station two aircraft and has plans to launch 11 new routes. This will expand travel options from the Warsaw region and increase competition among low-cost carriers in Poland.
Photo: By Anna Zvereva – https://www.flickr.com/photos/130961247@N06/52463427623/, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=125828336Wizz Air Warsaw Base
Wizz Air initially operated flights from Modlin between 2012 and 2013. However, the airline shifted operations to Warsaw Chopin Airport due to infrastructure concerns at Modlin, particularly runway safety.
Over the past decade, Chopin Airport has become increasingly congested. The airport was handling over 18 million passengers annually, leading to limited slot availability. Modlin now provides a more viable option for Wizz Air’s expansion because of its lower operational costs and 24/7 availability.
Modlin Airport was originally constructed as a military airfield in the 1930s. The airport was later repurposed for civilian use in 2012, ahead of the Euro 2012 tournament.
Although early runway issues caused operational disruptions, the airport has since resumed full functionality. Wizz Air’s return indicates a level of confidence in Modlin’s infrastructure and growing demand in the region.
Wizz-air-Airbus-A321-neoNew Routes and Frequencies
Wizz Air will operate 11 new routes from Warsaw Modlin across eight countries. These destinations include a mix of Southern, Western, and Eastern Europe. Wizz Air will be covering both leisure and regional destinations, and demand.
The routes and weekly frequencies are as follows:
- Athens (4x/week)
- Alghero (2x/week)
- Barcelona (5x/week)
- Bergamo (6x/week)
- Bergen (3x/week)
- Brindisi (2x/week)
- Chisinau (4x/week)
- Malta (3x/week)
- Palermo (2x/week)
- Paphos (3x/week)
- Sofia (5x/week)
The aircraft that will operate these routes is not yet known. However, the aircraft that will be assigned to these routes will likely include models from Wizz Air’s Airbus A320 or A321 fleet, though exact allocations have not been disclosed.
Wizz Air has announced it will cease all operations of its Abu Dhabi subsidiary effective September 1, 2025. The airline cited geopolitical instability, repeated airspace closures, operational inefficiencies due to high temperatures, and regulatory hurdles that limited access to key regional markets in the Gulf and Indian subcontinent.
According to the airline, the closure will enable the redeployment of aircraft and staff back into European markets. These resources will probably now support expansion at its new base in Warsaw Modlin.
In essence, the withdrawal from Abu Dhabi appears directly linked to Wizz Air’s decision to revive the Warsaw Modlin base.
The airline is concentrating assets and capacity on re-establishing its presence in Central and Eastern Europe, including the Modlin operations launching in late 2025.
Photo: Aero Icarus | FlickrChallenges for Wizz Air
Modlin Airport features a 2,500-meter runway and a passenger terminal designed specifically for low-cost carriers.
The terminal has a maximum annual capacity of 3 million passengers based on 2017 figures. During peak operations, the airport previously handled nearly 2.9 million travelers, suggesting it may be near capacity once Wizz Air resumes full operations.
The announcement of Wizz Air’s return to Warsaw Modlin has drawn the attention of fellow aviation enthusiasts. While the new routes expand travel options from the Warsaw region, the airport is nearly 40 kilometers from the city center.
Also, limited terminal amenities continue to be noted as constraints. There is also the potential for future links to more European cities such as Newcastle, Prague, Liverpool, and Leeds Bradford, which are not part of the initial route list.
Wizz Air has faced a turbulent operational history in recent years, such as aircraft groundings due to Pratt & Whitney engine issues. However, the airline states that the Modlin launch will proceed as planned, with preparations underway to manage capacity and schedules.
The timing of the return may also be influenced by Ryanair’s announcement to triple its Modlin passenger volume to over 5 million annually by 2030. This could potentially trigger fair competition on overlapping routes.
Photo: Wizz AirLooking Ahead
With a clear starting network of 11 routes, Wizz Air’s base at Modlin is expected to grow based on passenger response. The airline may also consider additional routes or frequency increases depending on seasonal demand and capacity availability.
The October 26, 2025, launch date allows time for scheduling, staffing, and marketing efforts. This also allows travelers to plan for travel and explore the options in the Warsaw region.
Wizz Air’s return to Modlin is part of a broader pattern of airline base diversification, as carriers seek to relieve congestion at primary hubs and tap into secondary airports with untapped potential.
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