Rome Ciampino - Chisinau and Venice Treviso - Chisinau with Wizz Air, from September 24, 2013

Wizz Air enters the market of the Republic of Moldova. Starting with September 24, 2013, the low-cost operator will operate flights between Rome Ciampino - Chisinau and Venice Treviso - Chisinau, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Prices will start at EUR 19.99 for WIZZ Discount Club members and EUR 29.99 for non-WIZZ Discount Club members.

Moldovan air traffic has grown steadily and will benefit from affordable fares to attract even more passengers. Moldova has main trade relations with Western Europe where many Moldovans work. Tourists, business people and the Moldovan Diaspora will appreciate the access to accessible air services between Moldova and Western Europe.

Gyorgy Abran, Commercial Director of Wizz Air said today in Brussels:

"Wizz Air is delighted to welcome Moldova to the list of countries that benefit from our incredible fares. The European Open Skies Agreement has the effect of friendly competition and we welcome Moldova's accession to the common airspace, which will lead to an increase in the number of passengers and tourists. Wizz Air is committed to providing low fare services to Moldovans and those who visit them and we estimate to transport over 60.000 passengers on the two routes from Chisinau to Italy. Tourists, families, companies welcome this announcement and will contribute to job creation and tourism growth in Moldova.

During a visit to Brussels, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Mr. Iurie Leancă stated:

“Last year Moldova and the European Union signed the access agreement to the common airspace. Today we mark a symbolic moment in Brussels, Wizz Air, one of the largest low-cost airlines in Europe announced the opening of the first two flights from Chisinau to Rome and Venice. It is certainly very good news for our community living in Italy. We congratulate Wizz Air on this important step and hope to welcome other new routes from Chisinau. I hope the next one will be Brussels ”

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