Wizz Air will start operating a new route in June, linking Birmingham with Rome Fiumicino airport.
Flights will operate three times per week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from June 16.
The new route complements Wizz Air’s existing service from the UK to Rome, which links Gatwick to the Italian capital.
Tom Screen, aviation director at Birmingham airport, said: “It’s great news that Wizz Air has decided to increase its presence at Birmingham airport.
“This new route complements the airline’s existing routes to Budapest, Bucharest and Craiova direct from Birmingham.
“Rome is a major European centre for finance, business and culture, so it is great to have more capacity and choice on this route for our customers.”
Olivia Harangozó, corporate communications manager at Wizz Air, added: “We are excited to add this new route to our portfolio in Birmingham, giving more opportunity for Brits to visit the eternal city in its Jubilee Year for low fares.
“Rome is one of the world’s most iconic destinations, and we are delighted to continue offering new affordable travel options to one of the most sought-after city-break destinations for British tourists.”
Picture of Rome by S.Borisov/shutterstock.com