Wizz Air accepts American Express (Amex) as a payment method

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Wizz Air, the most environmentally sustainable airline in the EMEA region, has announced that it now accepts American Express (Amex) as a payment option for flight bookings and onboard purchases.

This development enables both holidaymakers and business travelers to make their journeys even more comfortable.

As part of its “Customer First Compass” initiative, the airline has expanded its payment system to meet the needs of a growing and more diverse customer base. With the integration of American Express, travelers now have the option to pay for Wizz Air flights and various services directly with their Amex card. This news is part of a comprehensive digital innovation strategy aimed at optimizing the booking and flight experience for Wizz Air‘s more than 70 million passengers annually.

Amex integration

The agreement between American Express and Wizz Air also makes it clear that Amex payments are now accepted by all major airlines in Europe. This means that all Wizz Air services, from flight tickets to in-flight products, can now be purchased easily and securely with an American Express card on the wizzair.com website and mobile app. Exclusive offers and discounts will also be available to American Express Card members via the Amex Offers platform in the near future.

Ian Malin, Chief Financial Officer of Wizz Air, is pleased with the introduction of this new payment option: “We are delighted to offer American Express as a payment method to our passengers across Europe. Business travelers, in particular, prefer Amex, allowing them to take advantage of our exceptionally low fares and extensive route network with even greater ease and flexibility. American Express is a globally trusted name in payments, and this integration underlines our commitment to meeting our customers’ evolving needs while enabling smoother transactions at every stage of their journey with Wizz Air.”

Dan Edelman, UK General Manager Merchant Services at American Express, also expressed his satisfaction: “We are delighted to offer our passengers payment with American Express across Europe. As many business travelers prefer Amex, they can now enjoy our attractive fares and extensive route network with greater convenience and flexibility. This integration is in line with our ongoing commitment to addressing our customers’ evolving needs while simplifying the payment process during their Wizz Air journey.”

The airline’s presence in Germany will be further strengthened with more than 101 routes. In 2024, Wizz Air operated over 31,000 flights to and from Germany and has carried more than 54 million passengers since its launch. The 2025 summer schedule includes an expanded range of destinations and frequencies, making it easier for passengers to plan cost-effective travel within Europe and beyond.

Wizz Air fleet

Wizz Air’s fleet consists of 237 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. A team of dedicated aviation industry professionals focuses on providing outstanding service quality while offering very low fares, making Wizz Air the preferred choice for 62.8 million passengers in 2024. The airline is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ and was recently named one of the top five safest airlines in the world by airlineratings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating agency. Wizz Air was also named Airline of the Year by the Air Transport Awards in 2019 and 2023.

In 2021-2023, Wizz Air was also named “Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline,” while in 2024 it was honored as “Best Airline for Carbon Reduction” at the World Finance Sustainability Awards. Furthermore, the airline received the title of “EMEA’s Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year” from the CAPA – Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2024.

About American Express

American Express (NYSE: AXP) has established itself as a global premium payments and lifestyle brand powered by technology. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, the company has a proven track record of trust, security, and high-quality service, with a long history of delivering innovation and value to customers. With over 100 million merchant locations across a global network spanning more than 200 countries and territories, American Express strives to provide the best possible customer experience for consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations. This strategic partnership between Wizz Air and American Express not only represents a significant improvement for passengers but also reflects both companies’ commitment to continuously improving the travel experience and adapting to increasing market demand.