Wizz Air to return to UAE with weekly Dubai, Abu Dhabi flights

Wizz Air will return to the UAE with weekly flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the budget airline announced, Khaleej Times reported. The carrier had ceased operations with its Abu Dhabi subsidiary last year. In an Instagram post, Wizz Air said it will resume operations to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah and Amman.

Is Wizz Air coming back to the UAE?

Yes. Wizz Air confirmed it will resume flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi after suspending its Abu Dhabi operations last year. The relaunch covers 12 routes and 49 weekly flights, restoring the airline's presence in the UAE market alongside stops in Jeddah and Amman.

Why did Wizz Air leave Abu Dhabi?

Wizz Air suspended its Abu Dhabi operations on September 1, 2025. The airline said it exited the joint venture due to geopolitical situations, regulatory challenges and stiff competition. Those pressures had made the ultra-low-cost model difficult to sustain in the local market.

When can passengers book Wizz Air flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi?

According to Wizz Air's website, the next available flight from both Dubai and Abu Dhabi is on October 25. Tickets start at Dh289 per passenger. The website shows flights available daily, with prices rising closer to the winter months.

What made Wizz Air Abu Dhabi a popular budget airline?

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi was a joint venture between Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company (ADQ) and Wizz Air Holdings, a Hungarian-based ultra-low-cost airline. The airline operated more than 19,000 flights to and from Abu Dhabi in 2024. It carried more than 3.5 million point-to-point passengers that year, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office.

In 2024, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi also introduced its first flight subscription models, Wizz MultiPass and All You Can Fly. Both sold out twice within 48 hours. The airline's ultra-low-cost model put it in direct competition with other regional budget carriers, including Air Arabia, Jazeera Airways and flynas.