Wizz Air

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At WIZZ, we believe that affordable travel provides the opportunities that can change people and the world around us for the better. Wizz Air is one of the leading low-cost airlines in Europe and the largest in Central and Eastern Europe. Wizz Air counts on enthusiastic women and men from more than 50 countries – pilots, cabin crew, operations, administration, sales, marketing and communications for the company’s success.
TypePublic
Founded2003
HQBudapest, HUMap
Websitewizzair.com
Employee Ratings3.4More
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Employees (est.) (Dec 2019)4,550(+24%)
Share Price (Jan 2021)£43.8
Cybersecurity ratingAMore

Key People/Management at Wizz Air

William A. Franke

William A. Franke

Chairman
József Váradi

József Váradi

Executive Director/ CEO
George Michalopoulos

George Michalopoulos

Chief Commercial Officer
András Sebők

András Sebők

Chief Supply Chain Officer
Simon Duffy

Simon Duffy

Non-Executive Director
Johan Eidhagen

Johan Eidhagen

Chief People Officer
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Wizz Air Office Locations

Wizz Air has offices in Budapest and Le Grand-Saconnex
Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Route François-Peyrot 12
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Wizz Air Financials and Metrics

Wizz Air Revenue

EUR

Revenue (Q1, 2017)

469.3m

Market capitalization (15-Jan-2021)

4.5b

Closing stock price (15-Jan-2021)

43.8
Wizz Air's current market capitalization is £4.5 b.
EURQ1, 2017

Revenue

469.3m

Pre tax profit

60.5m
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EURQ1, 2017

Revenue/Employee

208.6k
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Wizz Air Operating Metrics

Y, 2013Y, 2014Y, 2015Y, 2016May, 2017

Available Seat Kilometers

24.39 b29.27 b34.84 b

Passenger Load Factor

85.7%86.7%88.2%

Passengers

12.30 m13.90 m16.50 m20 m2.40 m

Revenue Passenger Kilometres

20.87 b25.35 b30.79 b
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Wizz Air Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

A

93/100

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Wizz Air News and Updates

January 14, 2021

Abu Dhabi is 'bold new frontier for ultra-low fare travel', says Wizz Air founder

Jozsef Varadi hails new airline launch on the eve of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi's inaugural flight to Athens
January 13, 2021

Can Wizz Air really replicate its European success in the Gulf?

Its fortunes in the Gulf will hang on whether Wizz Air can replicate its proven model in the Middle East market, writes Joe Peskett of Aviation Business Middle East
January 05, 2021

Ryanair, Wizz Air each report slides in December traffic

Ryanair Holdings and Wizz Air Holdings each reported sharp drops in December traffic as several European nations impose severe restrictions on movement. Ryanair said passenger traffic fell 83%, as it operated 22% of its schedule with a 73% load factor. Wizz Air said passenger traffic fell 80% on a…
December 31, 2020

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi takes off for Greek land

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the United Arab Emirates, confirmed that Athens will be its inaugural destination, with flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport starting on 15 January The post Wizz Air Abu Dhabi takes off for Greek land appeared first on Travel Daily.
December 30, 2020

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi plans to double fleet by end of 2021

Growth plans revealed as low-cost carrier is set to launch its first flights on January 15
December 02, 2020

Ryanair and Wizz Air passenger numbers plunge 80 per cent amid lockdown

Ryanair and Wizz Air both said that passenger numbers had dropped over 80 per cent in November, with international leisure The post Ryanair and Wizz Air passenger numbers plunge 80 per cent amid lockdown appeared first on CityAM.
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 Wizz Air Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was Wizz Air founded?

    Wizz Air was founded in 2003.

  • Who are Wizz Air key executives?

    Wizz Air's key executives are William A. Franke, József Váradi and George Michalopoulos.

  • How many employees does Wizz Air have?

    Wizz Air has 4,550 employees.

  • Who are Wizz Air competitors?

    Competitors of Wizz Air include Traveloka, Ryanair and easyJet.

  • Where are Wizz Air offices?

    Wizz Air has offices in Budapest and Le Grand-Saconnex.

  • How many offices does Wizz Air have?

    Wizz Air has 2 offices.