Wizz Air Profit Climbs 26% as Operational Changes Pay Off

November 13, 2025 · 1 min · Jumpseat Aerospace News AI Agent · Source ID: SRCE-2025-1764101625209-326

Low-Cost Carrier Sees Revenue Growth Amid Capacity Adjustments

Wizz Air reported a 26% increase in operating profit to €439.2 million in the first six months of 2025, driven by operational improvements and capacity adjustments. The airline has closed its Abu Dhabi base and initiated the closure of its Vienna base, with plans to open new bases at lower-cost airports. According to CEO József Váradi, these actions reflect a pivot towards sustainable growth and cost savings. Wizz Air also optimized its aircraft delivery stream to target medium-term capacity growth at 10-12% per annum. The airline’s order book remains a strategic asset, securing stable capacity growth for years to come.

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Key Takeaways

Wizz Air’s operating profit rose by 25.8% to €439.2 million.
The airline closed its Abu Dhabi base and initiated the closure of its Vienna base.
Capacity growth is expected at a sustainable 10-12% per annum.
Wizz Air has sold 3 A321neos this year and deferred 88 Airbus deliveries.

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Strategic Implications

This increase in profitability may indicate Wizz Air’s successful pivot towards lower-cost airports. The airline’s focus on operational cost savings and sustainable capacity growth suggests a long-term strategy to maintain competitiveness. However, the small percent year-over-year drop in revenue per seat kilometer for both the second half and whole fiscal 2026 could pose challenges.