Port Lotniczy Lublin has launched a new route to Rijeka in Croatia, with regular flights to the Adriatic coast now operating under Wizz Air. The first aircraft on the route was inaugurated on Tuesday, 9 June.

The new connection adds another direct holiday option from Lublin for travellers heading to the Croatian seaside. It also marks the airport’s latest move to widen its international network.

The route began after what the source described as a record-breaking May for the airport, underlining strong demand for travel from the eastern Polish hub. No further schedule details were provided in the source text.

Wizz Air is operating the flights, giving passengers a direct link between Lublin and Rijeka. The service is aimed at people travelling to the Adriatic region for leisure trips during the summer season.

The launch continues a broader pattern of route growth at Port Lotniczy Lublin, which has been seeking to strengthen its position as a regional gateway. Direct flights to Croatia are likely to appeal to travellers looking for a shorter, simpler journey to the coast.

For local passengers, the new service means less need to connect through larger hubs elsewhere in Europe. For the airport, it adds another destination to market to both Polish and international travellers.

Port Lotniczy Lublin’s latest launch comes as regional airports compete for tourism traffic and airline investment. New routes can help carriers fill aircraft while giving smaller airports more visibility in international markets.

For now, the Lublin to Rijeka service offers one more direct choice for passengers planning summer travel. The new link also adds to Wizz Air’s growing presence in the region.