Wizz Air has revealed its ambitions to fly from the UK to the US, after filing a request to operate services “as soon as possible”.

Wizz Air seeks U.S. approval for transatlantic flights, challenging a premium-heavy market dominated by legacy airlines and unforgiving economics.

Wizz Air’s UK subsidiary has filed an application with the US Department of Transportation to be able to operate scheduled or charter flights to the US

Wizz Air has applied for permission to launch low-cost flights between the UK and the US, bringing cheaper transatlantic travel for passengers.

Budget airline Wizz Air — famous for flying across Europe for as little as £16 one-way — is hoping to launch its first-ever transatlantic flights from the UK to the US. The Hungarian carrier’s subsidiary, Wizz Air UK, which has its HQ at London Luton Airport, filed an application to the US Department of Transportation on January 23, 2026.

Wizz Air UK has recently filed for a permit to operate US flights from the UK with the US Department of Transportation

Wizz Air is eyeing a bold new venture that could change the game for football fans and transatlantic travel. What's brewing behind the scenes?

The term “business class” often conjures images of glamorous executives sipping sparkling wine in a noticeably plusher seat than yours. This remains the reality on most long-haul flights, but let’s face it – travelling for work within Europe (or to other short-haul destinations) more often involves a low-cost airline,