Wizz Air has launched its first direct flight between Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, and Baku.

Axar.az reports that the aircraft departing from Bratislava is scheduled to arrive in Baku at 21:20. Flights on the new route will operate twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Slovakia, Vusal Abdullayev, welcomed the launch, describing the direct connection as a significant milestone in bilateral relations.

"Delighted to attend the inauguration of Wizz Air’s direct Bratislava–Baku route. This direct connection is a significant milestone in Azerbaijan–Slovakia relations and an important deliverable of our strategic partnership, bringing our nations closer and creating new opportunities for business, tourism and people-to-people exchanges," Ambassador wrote.