Wizz Air connects Varna and Rome Fiumicino with new three-weekly service.

Wizz Air announced a significant expansion of its Bulgarian network with the introduction of a new direct route linking Varna (VAR) and Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). The service is scheduled to commence operations on September 22, 2026, flying three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This new connection aims to bolster travel options between Bulgaria and Italy, a highly popular European destination for Bulgarian travelers. Tickets for the route are immediately available for purchase, with introductory one-way fares starting from BGN 38.99 (approximately €19.9).

The Varna–Rome service aligns with Wizz Air’s broader strategy to increase its footprint across Bulgarian airports, ensuring affordable and convenient access for both leisure and business segments. Fraport Twin Star Airport Management CEO, Michael Reusch, emphasized the route's strategic importance, noting that it reflects long-term efforts to develop Varna as a regional hub with enhanced international connectivity. Wizz Air representatives highlighted that the investment supports growing demand for connections from the Black Sea region and is backed by fleet modernization and operational reliability initiatives. The route provides Varna passengers direct access to Rome’s extensive transfer possibilities and historical attractions.