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Wizz Air is expanding its flights from Chisinau starting in September 2026: which routes will see more frequent service?

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Wizz Air is expanding its flights from Chisinau starting in September 2026: which routes will see more frequent service?

Wizz Air has announced an expansion of its operations at Chisinau Airport — a popular hub for Ukrainian travelers. Find out which ten routes to Europe will see more flights starting September 18, 2026

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Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air has announced a significant expansion of its presence at Chisinau Airport—one of the most convenient transit hubs for Ukrainians traveling abroad. This was reported on the airline’s official website.




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Starting September 18, 2026, a fifth Wizz Air aircraft will be transferred to the Chisinau base. This will add over 500,000 passenger seats and increase flight frequency on ten direct routes to key European cities.




Read alsoWizz Air under threat — fuel issues could lead to flight cancellations in Europe.


Which routes from Chisinau will become more frequent?


The increase in flights will affect destinations in up to six European and Mediterranean countries:

● Italy — Venice, Bergamo, Bologna, and Verona;

● France — Paris and Nice;

● Belgium — Brussels;

● Germany — Berlin;

● Cyprus — Larnaca;

● Czech Republic — Prague.


In total, Wizz Air currently serves 35 destinations in 16 countries from Moldova, and the expansion starting in September makes Chisinau an even more significant aviation hub for the region.


If you plan to fly via Chisinau, it’s convenient to organize your entire trip in one place—on the Visit Ukraine platform, you can book tickets for various modes of transport to reach the Moldovan capital and plan your onward journey.




We remind you! Kyiv is proposing a new diplomatic move—a mutual agreement with Russia to refrain from attacks on aviation infrastructure, mediated by the EU. This pragmatic decision benefits both sides. Read about when the skies will open and the first flights will take off.


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How can Ukrainians get to Chisinau Airport?
You can get to Chisinau Airport (KIV) from Ukraine by bus, direct train, special shuttle, or your own car. The fastest route is from Odesa (starting at 4 hours); from Kyiv, it takes about 10–12 hours, including border crossing time. It is recommended to arrive 3–4 hours before departure.
Do Ukrainians need a Moldovan visa when transiting through Chisinau?
What other airlines fly from Chisinau to Europe?

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