Bologna, August 28, 2026 – Wizz Air consolidates its position as the second airline at Bologna Airport and continues to strengthen its presence: for 2026, about 1.3 million seats are planned, with a capacity increase of over 20% compared to the previous year, reaching a market share of 11.5%.
These are the figures highlighted by the airline and the infrastructure of the Emilia airport on the occasion of the renewal of their long-standing partnership, during the visit of a delegation from Bologna Airport to the headquarters of Wizz Air in Budapest, Hungary.
Nazareno Ventola: “A key and strategic element”
“The collaboration between Wizz Air and Bologna Airport, lasting almost eighteen years, today represents one of the key elements of the airport’s connectivity. We are pleased to renew our partnership with Wizz Air, as the airline continues to strengthen its presence in Bologna and expand travel opportunities for our region,” said Nazareno Ventola, CEO of Bologna Airport.
“The steady growth of Wizz Air – adds Ventola – demonstrates the strategic importance of Bologna within the Italian network of the airline and confirms the value of a consolidated and mutually beneficial relationship. We look forward to continuing to work together to further enhance connectivity and create new opportunities for passengers, businesses, and the entire Emilia-Romagna region.”
8.5 million passengers transported in the last 18 years
Since starting operations at Bologna Airport in 2008, Wizz Air has transported over 8.5 million passengers to and from the city, progressively expanding its network from the capital of Emilia-Romagna.
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Furthermore, in view of the 2026 winter season, Wizz Air will continue to strengthen its offer from Bologna. The Bologna-Palermo route, inaugurated on August 1 and operated up to 11 times a week, will be confirmed also for the winter season, thus contributing to further expanding connectivity between Emilia-Romagna and Sicily.
Ian Malin: “Bologna represents an increasingly important component”
“Bologna represents an increasingly important component of Wizz Air’s Italian network and our growth in 2026 reflects both the strength of demand in the region and the value of our long-standing collaboration with Bologna Airport. Offering about 1.3 million seats this year and becoming the second airline at the airport are important milestones, but we look forward with confidence to further development opportunities ahead,” emphasized Ian Malin, Chief Commercial Officer of Wizz Air.
“We are ready to continue working closely with Bologna Airport – he concluded – to strengthen connectivity, explore new opportunities, and offer passengers from Emilia-Romagna even more travel options at affordable fares throughout our network.”
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