Wizz Air, the largest airline operating in Bulgaria by market share, has officially launched a new direct connection between Varna and Warsaw (Modlin), with the inaugural flight taking place on May 21.
The route will operate three times per week throughout the summer season, with flights scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Tickets are already available through the airline’s website and mobile application, with starting prices from EUR 29.99.
The new service is positioned as a convenient travel option linking Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast with the Polish capital. Warsaw, often referred to as the “Phoenix City” due to its post-war reconstruction, is highlighted for its restored Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Science, the Royal Castle, and Łazienki Park.
The city is also known for its diverse architectural landscape, blending Gothic and Baroque heritage with modern high-rise structures. Its cultural institutions and museums reflect Polish history, including the legacy of Chopin and key moments from World War II.
Wizz Air representatives said the expansion strengthens the company’s presence in Bulgaria and supports its broader network development strategy. “We are delighted to announce the launch of the new route from Varna to Warsaw… This connection offers Bulgarian passengers from the Northern Black Sea Coast a convenient and affordable way to reach the heart of Europe,” the airline stated, adding that the route will also facilitate travel for Polish visitors heading to Bulgaria’s coast.
The carrier also outlined broader expansion plans for the 2026 summer season, including the addition of a third Airbus A321neo aircraft at its Varna base and an eighth aircraft in Sofia. A total of ten new routes are planned from the two Bulgarian airports, including destinations such as Barcelona, Athens, Paris Beauvais, Debrecen, and Gdansk from Varna, and Budapest, Palermo, Rhodes, Hurghada, and Sharm el-Sheikh from Sofia.
Overall capacity is expected to rise significantly, with Wizz Air planning up to 5 million seats in Bulgaria during the summer season. The expansion is also projected to support around 80 direct and 700 indirect jobs in aviation and tourism.
The airline, which has operated in Bulgaria since 2005, currently offers 23 direct routes from Varna to 13 countries and 37 routes from Sofia to 19 countries, and has carried more than 34 million passengers in the country to date.