The British airline Easyjet has added a new connection to its 2025/2026 winter flight schedule. As reported by the aviation portal "ExYuAviation," the low-cost airline will operate the route between Zurich, Switzerland, and Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, for the first time starting October 26, 2025. This new direct connection signals a strengthening of aviation relations between Switzerland and the Balkans.
Flights on the new route are scheduled to operate daily. This indicates high expected demand, particularly from the Kosovar diaspora in Switzerland and neighboring regions, who traditionally maintain strong ties to their homeland. Pristina is an important destination for ethnic travelers and business people from the region. For EasyJet, opening this connection makes strategic sense to optimize aircraft utilization during the winter and expand its network of European destinations.
Switzerland is a significant market for flights to the Western Balkans, with cities such as Zurich and Geneva being important departure points. In addition to Easyjet, other airlines such as Swiss International Air Lines and Wizz Air Routes from Switzerland to the Balkan region. The introduction of a daily connection by EasyJet will stimulate competition on this route and is expected to offer travelers greater flexibility and more affordable options. For Kosovo, strengthening air connectivity is of great importance for economic development and tourism. Direct and frequent flights not only facilitate travel but also promote trade and investment. The inclusion of Pristina in the year-round winter program of a major European airline such as EasyJet underscores the growing importance of Pristina Airport as a regional hub and gateway to Kosovo.