Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline*, announces today a new international route from Cluj-Napoca to Castellon, Spain. Base fares start from just for 19.99 EUR (99 RON)**. Tickets are already available on the official Wizz Air website and through the company's mobile app.
As the largest airline in Romania, Wizz Air reaffirms its long-term commitment to the market. The new route will start operating on Mondays and Fridays from April 11, 2025. From June 16, the route will operate on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Castellon de la Plana is a charming city that blends stunning natural beauty with rich cultural heritage. Beyond the coastline, visitors can explore the lush landscapes of the Desert de les Palmes Natural Park, ideal for hiking and enjoying panoramic views.
The city boasts a vibrant historic center with Fadrí Bell Tower, the Gothic Concatedral de Santa María, and lively squares filled with cafés and restaurants serving local delicacies like "arroz a banda" and fresh seafood. With its warm climate, welcoming locals, and a mix of urban attractions and outdoor activities, Castellon is a delightful destination for those seeking a relaxed yet enriching travel experience.
"This new route from Cluj-Napoca underlines our commitment to offer our passengers convenient and affordable travel options," said Mauro Peneda, Managing Director of Wizz Air Malta. "We are very pleased to diversify our network and connect Cluj-Napoca with Castellon, a place long favourited by the Romanian visitors. We also believe that the Spanish city is another hidden gem for frequent travellers and hope that the new route will generate a continuous flow of passengers throughout the year, in both directions".
David Ciceo, CEO, Cluj International Airport, declared with this occasion: “We are enthusiastic about this new route announcement, and a direct flight between Cluj and Castellon, which is going to be the 8th Spanish destination in our route network. The new route will serve the important Romanian community of Castellon but will also provide Spanish citizens of this region the opportunity to visit the city of Cluj-Napoca and the historical province of Transylvania.”
Wizz Air is proud to offer a network of 36 routes from Cluj-Napoca, enhancing connectivity and travel options for both local residents and visitors. In 2024, the airline operated almost 11 thousand flights from the airport, carrying more than 1.9 million passengers with 99,5% completion rate, one of the best in the industry. By fostering job growth and boosting tourism, Wizz Air demonstrates its commitment to supporting the development Romania's travel industry and its overall economic landscape.
| New Route | Frequency | Fares From** | First Flight |
| New Route | Frequency | Fares From** | First Flight |
|---|
| Cluj-Napoca - Castellon | Monday, Friday
(from 11 April)
Tuesday, Saturday
(from 16 June) | € 19.99 | 11 April 2025 |
* According to CAPA - Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2024
** One-way price, including taxes, administration and other non-optional charges. One carry-on bag (max: 40x30x20cm) is included. Trolley bag and each piece of checked-in baggage is subject to additional fees. The price applies only to bookings made on wizzair.com and the WIZZ mobile app.
