Hungary-based Wizz Air is gearing up to launch flight services connecting Indian and European cities at an estimated average one-way fare of 200 euros (approximately ₹18,000), a senior airline executive was quoted as saying by PTI. The ultra low-cost carrier, with over two decades of operations, is currently engaged in talks with regulatory authorities in India to kickstart operations.
Wizz Air CEO Jozsef Varadi said that one major issue faced by Indian travellers in Europe is the steep cost of commuting to India and we are looking to make a shift in this segment.
The imminent arrival of the A321 XLR aircraft, slated for early next year, is expected to facilitate flights to India, tapping into its promising market potentials. The A321 XLRs can operate non-stop for up to eight hours.
"We are actively engaging with authorities on both sides, Europe and India," Varadi stated, regarding the ongoing discussions with governments and regulatory bodies.
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Varadi projected the average one-way fare to hover around 200 euros, with the possibility of the lowest fare dipping below 100 euros (around ₹9,000). While aiming to get regulatory clearances, Wizz Air hopes to commence operations to and from India in the upcoming financial year and will establish connectivity between six or seven European points from across Indian cities.
Wizz Air presently operates across 190 airports spanning 50 countries, with over 750 routes in operation. Varadi highlighted the airline's status as a designated carrier in Italy, Austria, and Hungary and said that the airline was looking at getting mutual recognition and approval from Indian authorities.
The airline, listed on the London Stock Exchange, maintains a fleet comprising 210 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, with plans to incorporate 48 A321 XLR planes soon.
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Wizz Air CEO Jozsef Varadi said that one major issue faced by Indian travellers in Europe is the steep cost of commuting to India and we are looking to make a shift in this segment.
The imminent arrival of the A321 XLR aircraft, slated for early next year, is expected to facilitate flights to India, tapping into its promising market potentials. The A321 XLRs can operate non-stop for up to eight hours.
"We are actively engaging with authorities on both sides, Europe and India," Varadi stated, regarding the ongoing discussions with governments and regulatory bodies.
Also read: Schengen visa troubles: Check when you should start planning your Europe trip?
Varadi projected the average one-way fare to hover around 200 euros, with the possibility of the lowest fare dipping below 100 euros (around ₹9,000). While aiming to get regulatory clearances, Wizz Air hopes to commence operations to and from India in the upcoming financial year and will establish connectivity between six or seven European points from across Indian cities.
Wizz Air presently operates across 190 airports spanning 50 countries, with over 750 routes in operation. Varadi highlighted the airline's status as a designated carrier in Italy, Austria, and Hungary and said that the airline was looking at getting mutual recognition and approval from Indian authorities.
The airline, listed on the London Stock Exchange, maintains a fleet comprising 210 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, with plans to incorporate 48 A321 XLR planes soon.
Also read: Your Europe trip could be delayed due to shortage of Schengen visa interview slots
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