Wizz Air closes flights in one of the popular resort countries.

The Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air is closing its base in the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi, by September 1, 2025. This news was published by the resource avianews.com.

Challenges of adaptation and regulatory restrictions

Company representatives explained that it was quite difficult to adapt to the hot climate and regulatory restrictions in Abu Dhabi. These conditions complicated the potential for growth and profitability for the airline.

Wizz Air's CEO, József Váradi, stated: 'We have come a long way in the Middle East and are proud of what we have achieved. This was a tough decision, but it turned out to be the right one in this situation.'

The company operated in the UAE for almost 6 years, using 12 Airbus A321 aircraft. Now, Wizz Air plans to expand its presence in Central and Eastern Europe, as well as in some Western European countries, including Austria, Italy, and the United Kingdom.

According to the news, the Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air is ceasing operations in Abu Dhabi due to difficulties in adapting to local conditions and regulatory restrictions. Currently, the company plans growth in the Central and Eastern European region, as well as in other Western European countries, including Austria, Italy, and the United Kingdom.