Wizz Air has announced it has started accepting American Express as a payment option for flight bookings and onboard purchases.
The Hungarian low fares airline said it is continuing to broaden its payment ecosystem to meet the needs of “a growing and increasingly diverse customer base”.
The integration of AmEx means that travellers across Europe and beyond who prefer to spend on their American Express Cards – including business travellers – can now seamlessly book flights or pay for services using their preferred method.
Ian Malin, Chief Financial Officer at Wizz Air, said: “We are excited to offer American Express as a payment option to our passengers across Europe. Many corporate travellers prefer AmEx, so this ensures they can enjoy our ultra-low fares and extensive route network with greater ease and flexibility. American Express is a globally trusted name in payments, and this integration reflects our ongoing commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our customers, while also enabling smoother transactions at every stage of their journey with Wizz Air.”
For American Express, the agreement with Wizz Air adds to its rapidly expanding merchant acceptance and means that AmEx payments are now accepted by all notable airlines across Europe.
Dan Edelman, UK General Manager, Merchant Services at American Express, added: “We are committed to ensuring our Cardmembers can use their Card wherever they live, work and travel. We’re delighted that American Express is now accepted by Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines. This agreement gives our Cardmembers travelling for both leisure and on business greater flexibility when spending with Wizz Air and further cements our strong merchant acceptance across airlines and beyond.”
Founded in 2003, Wizz Air operates nearly 800 routes across Europe and beyond and continues to grow its footprint in both established and emerging markets.
