Wizz Air Expands Turin Routes as New Base Opens in 2026

Wizz Air has announced plans to open a new operational base at Turin Airport, strengthening its presence in northern Italy and expanding its European network. The base, the airline’s seventh in Italy and fortieth worldwide, will begin operations on 14 September 2026 with one aircraft, followed by a second from 25 October 2026. The move reflects continued growth in the Italian market, where the airline already carries millions of passengers each year.

The airline confirmed the launch of seven new domestic and international routes from Turin, including connections to Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid, Malaga and Bilbao. Within Italy, frequencies to Rome Fiumicino will increase to eleven weekly flights, while Naples will be added from December. Flights to Palermo will begin in May 2026, with frequency rising to two flights per day from mid-September, adding more regular air links between northern and southern Italy.

The investment includes the creation of around 80 direct jobs and 700 indirect roles linked to airport operations and related services. With two Airbus A321neo aircraft based in Turin, annual seat capacity is expected to increase by more than 1.3 million seats. Wizz Air plans to operate 16 routes to eight countries from Turin in 2026, with fares starting from €24.99.

Expanded connections from Turin make southern Europe easier to reach, including coastal and cultural destinations. Barcelona and Valencia attract visitors with historic districts, galleries and Mediterranean beaches, while Malaga serves as a gateway to towns across Andalusia. Additional domestic flights also make travel between northern and southern Italy more straightforward, including routes linking Rome, Naples and Palermo, supporting both short stays and longer regional journeys.

The new base reflects continued airline interest in regional airports and shows how added routes can change how people plan trips. A wider choice of flights makes it possible to depart from Turin instead of using larger hubs and reach destinations that previously required extra transfers. As flight schedules evolve, the increase in available seats in Turin may give more opportunities to find lower fares across Italy and other European countries.