Increased Wizz Air Flights and Renovation at Budapest Airport
WIZZ AIR INCREASES FLIGHTS TO TÜRKIYE AND BUDAPEST AIRPORT UNDERGOES MAJOR REFURBISHMENTS
Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air has announced a significant increase in weekly flights to Türkiye. Beginning in March, the route between Budapest and Istanbul will see an increase from seven to nine flights per week, with ticket prices starting at HUF 15,590 (EUR 41).
Starting on 31 March, travellers from Debrecen to Antalya can enjoy bi-weekly flights, while Budapest will offer thrice-weekly flights to the Turkish capital from April. Ticket costs for these routes will remain consistent with those for the Istanbul route.
Major refurbishments have been underway at Ferenc Liszt International Airport since May, focusing on aviation safety and compliance. Completed in November, projects included renewing asphalt and concrete pavements on taxiways B3, B4, and B5, covering over 37,000 square meters. Additionally, apron AG, primarily used for aircraft parking and ground handling equipment storage, saw renewal on over 16,000 square meters. Upgrades to storm drains (over 5000 meters) and lighting substructures of taxiways B3-B5 (over 4000 meters) were part of this extensive initiative, as reported by bud.hu.
Budapest Airport’s investments prioritized environmental protection during construction while maintaining aviation safety and delivering seamless passenger traffic, with over 95% of soil and demolition waste prepared for recycling on-site. This eco-friendly approach saved the airport from emissions equivalent to those produced by 3200 trucks transporting waste. The total value of the investment was approximately EUR 16 million.
In November, Budapest Airport recorded 1,149,078 passengers, an 18.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Cargo traffic at the airport has also seen significant growth, with a 25.9% increase in cargo handled in November alone. The volume of cargo handled in the last 12 months has surpassed all previous records.
A recent full-scale emergency exercise was conducted at Budapest Airport to test the emergency plan in real-life scenarios and to harmonize rescue and communication processes.
Budapest Airport is also working to protect local natural assets, with joint programs of tree planting to reduce emissions and support local ecosystems. Additionally, the airport has introduced new children’s play areas at the terminals to enhance the passenger experience.
The ongoing developments and improvements at Budapest Airport demonstrate the commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for passengers while prioritizing sustainability and environmental protection.
