Wizz Air Baggage and Seating: Detailed Ticket Types
When it comes to the largest low-cost airline in Eastern Europe, which dominates the low-cost market in Israel, the rules of the game change completely. On Wizz Air flights, the base price you see is for the seat only and a small bag that fits under the seat. Unlike regular airlines, here any deviation from the rules or misunderstanding of the ticket type can double your flight price instantly at the airport.
Decoding the Wizz Air Model: Which Ticket is Really Worth It for You
Wizz Air offers several service packages that combine baggage and seating. From our field experience, it is important to decide on the type of baggage at the booking stage, as adding services separately later will almost always be more expensive. It is important to note that the explanation here is for those booking on the Wizz Air website itself – and things can change by Wizz Air or be not entirely accurate according to their fine print. You can also book Wizz Air flights on the Flight Hunter website, which will also include consumer protection law and the option to add baggage during the booking. You can enter your personal area on the Wizz Air website after booking through Flight Hunter to add baggage and seating.
Ticket Comparison: Sorting Out the Chaos
Basic Ticket
The Basic ticket includes only a personal bag up to 40x30x20 cm.
A trolley with priority boarding (WIZZ Priority) is not included and must be ordered for an additional fee.
A checked-in suitcase is also not included and requires a separate payment.
Seat selection is not included, and any seat choice incurs an additional charge.
Wizz Go Ticket
The Wizz Go ticket includes a personal bag up to 40x30x20 cm.
Additionally, it includes a trolley with priority weighing up to 10 kg.
The ticket also includes a checked-in suitcase weighing up to 20 kg.
Seat selection is included, but does not cover the front rows of the aircraft.
Wizz Plus Ticket
The Wizz Plus ticket includes a personal bag.
A trolley with priority weighing up to 10 kg is included.
Checked baggage up to 32 kg is included.
Seat selection is included with full freedom of choice, including all seats on the plane.
Things can change by Wizz Air or may not be entirely accurate, all according to their fine print and policy.
Baggage: The Small Traps and Big Money
At Wizz Air, baggage is the main profit component of the company, so the checks at the boarding gate are the strictest you will encounter.
- The Small Bag Trap: With the most basic ticket, you are only allowed to bring a small backpack. If the bag does not fit into the measuring device at the gate, you will have to pay a fine of tens of euros and the bag will be sent to the aircraft hold. You are probably familiar with the videos circulating online about Wizz Air’s measuring devices.
- WIZZ Priority is the Solution: This is the most popular service among flight hunters. It allows you to board the plane with both a backpack and a 10 kg trolley, and also to board the plane in the fast lane.
- Surprising Weights: Unlike other companies, Wizz Air allows the purchase of checked baggage in weights of 10 kg, 20 kg, or 32 kg. Purchasing a 10 kg suitcase for the aircraft hold is sometimes cheaper than the priority service.
- Golden Tip from the Field: If you need one large suitcase for the whole family, do not purchase the Wizz Go package for everyone. Buy basic tickets and add one 20 kg suitcase under the name of one passenger only. The savings can reach hundreds of shekels.
Seating: How Not to Find Yourself Far Apart
At Wizz Air, there is no free seating at any stage unless you let the system choose for you randomly. The company’s policy is known for tending to separate passengers registered under the same booking if they have not paid for seating.
- Early Check-In: If you purchased a seat in advance, you can check in 30 days before the flight. If you did not purchase a seat, you can check in only 24 hours before departure.
- Seats with Legroom: The seats in the exit rows and the first row are significantly more expensive but offer improved legroom. If your flight is longer than three hours, this upgrade is worth every shekel.
- The Online Check-In Surprise: If you arrive at the airport without having checked in on the website or app, you will be required to pay very high check-in fees at the airport (around 40 euros per passenger). Don’t forget to do this at home.
Before you finalize the cheap flight we found for you, make sure you understand the meaning of each addition. So you won’t be surprised at the departure gate, we have gathered the answers to the most burning questions Wizz Air passengers ask us in groups.
Questions and Answers
Can I bring a trolley if I only bought a basic ticket? No. With a basic ticket, only a small backpack is allowed. To bring a trolley, you must purchase the WIZZ Priority service or upgrade to one of the packages that include baggage. What happens if my bag exceeds the dimensions by one centimeter? Wizz Air is known for its strictness. If the bag does not easily fit into the measuring device at the aircraft entrance, you will be asked to pay a fine on the spot. It is recommended to use flexible bags and not rigid suitcases when it comes to the small personal bag. Can I add a suitcase after I bought the ticket? Yes, you can add baggage through the website or app up to three hours before the flight. However, the price increases as the flight date approaches, so it is better to decide on this as early as possible.
Bottom Line: How Not to Be a Sucker at Wizz Air
Flying with Wizz Air can be incredibly cheap if you know how to work with the system. The secret is minimalism: if you manage to pack everything into one backpack and check in on time at home, you will enjoy the lowest prices in the aviation market. If you need luggage and comfort, always compare the price of the upgraded package against the price of a ticket with a regular airline. It is important to remember another very important point: direct booking on the Wizz Air website is not subject to the Israeli Consumer Protection Law. When booking Wizz Air flights through the Flight Hunter site – the booking includes the Israeli Consumer Protection Law, also regarding cancellations. To search for Wizz Air flights on Flight Hunter, click here We at Flight Hunter are monitoring every change in the baggage policy of low-cost airlines so you won’t be surprised. However, there may be changes in the airline policies updated by them. Want to get an alert the moment the price of the flight to your dream destination drops? Join our WhatsApp groups and be the first to know. Click here to join
