Wizz Air launches new direct flight route between Larnaca and Madrid

On September 24, 2026, the airline Wizz Air officially launched a new direct flight route connecting Larnaca, Cyprus, and Madrid, Spain. The inaugural flight departed from Larnaca International Airport, where Hermes Airports hosted a commemorative event at the departure gate to celebrate the expansion of the company’s network between the two nations.

The new route will operate three times per week, aiming to facilitate increased tourism, trade, and business travel. This development follows the airline's previously successful implementation of a direct air link between Larnaca and Barcelona. By adding the Spanish capital to its network, Wizz Air seeks to provide passengers with greater connectivity, flexibility, and travel options.

Representatives from Wizz Air and local airport officials participated in the launch ceremony, which included festive treats for passengers on the inaugural flight. The move is viewed as a strategic step to strengthen the bilateral relationship between Cyprus and Spain, further integrating the two regions through enhanced aviation infrastructure.