Roko Tolić, the CEO of Airports of Montenegro, announced that one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines, Wizz Air, plans to open a base at Podgorica Airport in early 2026. This move, which follows extensive negotiations between Tolić, Prime Minister Milojko Spajić, and Minister of Transport Maja Vukićević, will bring new routes and increased flight frequency to Montenegro.
Opening a base means Wizz Air planes will be stationed overnight in Podgorica, and the airline has expressed interest in launching new routes, offering opportunities for expansion. Tolić emphasized that the partnership would benefit both the airline and Montenegro’s public interest, highlighting the broader economic impact of reduced per-passenger costs and the boost to Montenegro’s budget.
To accommodate the airline’s growing operations, Podgorica Airport must quickly expand its infrastructure, including terminal space and additional parking positions. The airport is also considering the construction of temporary modular terminals to meet the growing demand. Additionally, the development will create new jobs in airport operations, with shifts starting early in the morning.
Tolić stressed the importance of collaboration with government agencies and the airport’s financial support, but also acknowledged the potential delays in public procurement processes. He called for swift action to make the airport ready for this important project.
In addition to Wizz Air, Airports of Montenegro is actively negotiating with Ryanair to improve cooperation, following past issues over security fee increases. The airport is also in talks with British Airways to establish a route to London’s Heathrow Airport, one of Europe’s top destinations.
Further negotiations are ongoing to open new routes to cities such as Amsterdam, Marseille, Basel, Antalya, and Glasgow, as well as expanding the network from Podgorica and Tivat. Tolić also revealed that a new route to Riyadh with Flynas will be launched this summer, and charter flights to Madrid with Iberia are scheduled for this season, with the potential to become a regular seasonal route next year.
Tolić thanked the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Spatial Planning, and local authorities for their support in these ongoing efforts.
