February 16, 2025
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Sees 20% Passenger and Capacity Growth in 2024

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Sees 20% Passenger and Capacity Growth in 2024

UAE's ultra-low-fare carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi enjoyed 20% growth in passenger numbers and seat capacity in 2024. It accounted for 25 percent of Zayed International Airport's point-to-point traffic.
A Wizz Air Abu Dhabi A321neo.
Photo Credit: Wizz Air

UAE’s ultra-low-fare carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has revealed strong performance figures for 2024. The airline saw impressive growth of over 20 percent in both passenger numbers and seat capacity compared to the previous year.

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, a joint venture between ADQ and Wizz Air, also demonstrated exceptional operational reliability by completing 99.8 percent of its more than 19,000 scheduled flights.

The carrier provided over 4.4 million ultra-low-fare seats and transported more than 3.5 million passengers. This accounted for 25 percent of Zayed International Airport‘s point-to-point traffic.

A Key Role in Abu Dhabi Tourism


In 2024, Wizz Air brought more than 1.2 million international visitors to Abu Dhabi, strengthening the emirate’s position as a premier global destination. This achievement supports the sustainable development of Abu Dhabi’s tourism and cultural sectors through accessible, dependable air travel.

The airline plays a crucial role in advancing Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030, which aims to transform the emirate into one of the world’s fastest-growing tourist destinations. This strategic plan targets 39.3 million visitors and seeks to increase the sector’s GDP contribution to AED 90 billion ($24 billion) by 2030.

Furthermore, the carrier supports the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031, helping cement the nation’s status as a global tourism leader.

Abu Dhabi’s hotel sector demonstrated robust growth in the first half of 2024, welcoming 2.87 million guests and generating AED 3.6 billion, marking a 19.5 percent increase from the previous year.

Flight Subscription Services


A significant milestone in 2024 was the introduction of pioneering flight subscription services – the Wizz MultiPass and All You Can Fly programs. These new services proved so popular they sold out twice within 48 hours. The airline also enhanced its service by increasing capacity by 40 percent on its most frequented routes.

Johan Eidhagen, Managing Director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, gave comment on the year’s progress. “This year was another record breaker with incredible growth. We are very proud of our achievements and remain committed to delivering more convenient and affordable travel options for everyone.”

“In 2024, we connected people to create great memories, accelerating the growth of the emirate of Abu Dhabi as a global tourism hub. Our exciting memberships, such as the one-of-a-kind All You Can Fly, provide efficient and seamless opportunities for visiting incredible destinations, enabling affordable travel throughout the region.”

“We would like to thank our partners and all our passengers that travelled across our ever-expanding network. We look forward to welcoming you on board for a well-deserved trip soon.”

Conclusion


Currently, Wizz Air connects Abu Dhabi to more than 30 destinations, offering flights to vibrant cities and hidden gems across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

The airline continues to expand its affordable travel options, facilitating convenient self-connecting travel through Abu Dhabi.

Its enhanced winter schedule offers 40 percent more seat capacity, providing greater flexibility and value for travelers exploring culturally rich destinations.

Overall, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has grown to become a significant player in the region’s aviation and tourism sectors, playing a crucial role in connecting people and boosting economic growth.

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