Wizz Air Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
Wizz Air is an ultra-low-cost carrier: every passenger gets one free small carry-on bag (max 40 x 30 x 20 cm) that must fit under the seat in front of you — and that is the only free bag. A larger overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 10kg) comes only with WIZZ Priority, and all hold luggage is a paid extra. You can buy up to 6 checked bags per booking (10, 20, 26 or 32kg). Pre-book everything online, because bags that do not fit the gate sizer are charged a steep oversize fee at the gate. Fares are in euros (or local currency such as GBP/HUF/PLN depending on departure airport).
The bottom line on Wizz Air baggage
Wizz Air is a true ultra-low-cost carrier: the fare covers only one small 40 x 30 x 20 cm under-seat bag, one of the smallest free allowances in Europe. The trap is assuming a normal trolley is included, because the overhead cabin bag comes only with WIZZ Priority, and a bag that fails the gate sizer costs roughly €30 to 60.
To stay cheap, measure to the under-seat limit and buy WIZZ Priority or any checked bag online at booking, where it is far cheaper than at the gate. If you carry a lot, splitting weight across two 20kg bags can beat one 32kg bag plus €13-per-kg excess.
FlyRulebook Score
Our own 1–5 rating of Wizz Air's baggage policy, scored from the verified data on this page. See airline rankings → · How we score →
Hidden pitfalls most travelers miss
- The only free bag is a tiny 40 x 30 x 20 cm under-seat item — a normal overhead trolley (55 x 40 x 23 cm) comes only with paid WIZZ Priority.
- A bag that fails the gate sizer is charged roughly €30–€60 on the spot, far more than pre-booking the same allowance online.
- Excess weight is billed at €13 per kg per flight, so splitting a heavy load across two 20kg bags can beat one 32kg bag plus excess.
Wizz Airbaggage allowance & fees at a glance
| 🎒 Personal item | Free on every fare: one small carry-on bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (including handles and wheels) that must fit under the seat in front of you. This is the only free bag on a standard (non-Priority) ticket. |
| 🧳 Carry-on allowance | A larger cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and a maximum of 10kg for the overhead locker is NOT free — it is included only with WIZZ Priority (which also gives faster boarding). WIZZ Priority is added at booking or later for a fee that varies by route and demand. |
| 🧳 First checked bag | fee varies by route (typically €5 – €35) |
| 🧳 Second checked bag | from about €15 (EUR, route dependent) |
Wizz Air checked bag fees
| WIZZ Priority (adds large 10kg cabin bag, not hold) | fee varies by route (typically €5 – €35) |
| Checked bag 10kg | from about €15 (EUR, route dependent) |
| Checked bag 20kg | from about €25 (EUR, route dependent) |
| Checked bag 26kg / 32kg | higher tiers, up to about €120 per bag |
| Maximum checked bags per passenger | up to 6 pieces (each up to 32kg) |
Excess baggage cost calculator
Estimate what Wizz Air will actually charge for your bags — one way, typical domestic/regional route.
- Checked bag #1$27
Wizz Air is $22 cheaper than Ryanair for these bags.
Estimates only. Fees vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm before booking.
Wizz Air vs Ryanair vs easyJet: baggage compared
Head-to-head on the fees that actually decide the cheaper airline for bags.
Flying Wizz Air abroad?
Wizz Air is a ultra-low-cost carrier based in Europe — if this is an international trip, a travel eSIM means you land with data already working, with no roaming bill.
Affiliate link — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
🔁 Change & cancellation
Wizz Air fares are largely non-refundable. Flight changes are allowed for a per-passenger change fee plus any fare difference, and are cheaper when made earlier and online rather than at the airport. WIZZ Flex (an add-on) lets you change the flight date/time free of charge within a window. Optional WIZZ Privilege Pass or refund-protection products may apply — check the fare conditions at booking.
Wizz Air flight delayed or cancelled?
Compensation rules follow the route, not the airline — a Europe-departing Wizz Air flight delayed 3+ hours can be worth up to €600. Checking costs nothing.
Affiliate link — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Other common fees
| Oversize bag at the gate (doesn't fit sizer) | around €30 – €60 per item, placed in hold |
| Excess checked weight | €13 per kg, per flight (up to 32kg max per bag) |
| Sports / large equipment (bike, skis, golf) | prepaid online cheapest; up to about €65 at the airport |
| Seat selection (standard) | fee varies by route and seat |
| Airport check-in / printed boarding pass | extra fee — check in online to avoid |
What stops you paying these fees on Wizz Air
- A full-size cabin bag is not free on the cheapest Wizz Air fare, so the bag that fits under the seat matters — what size actually fits →
How to avoid extra fees
- The free bag is only 40 x 30 x 20 cm — one of the smallest in Europe and it must fit under the seat. Measure before you fly.
- If you need an overhead trolley, you must buy WIZZ Priority; there is no other way to get the larger cabin bag onboard.
- Buy all checked bags online at booking — gate and airport prices are far higher, and an oversize bag at the gate costs roughly €30–€60.
- Always check in online and download your boarding pass; airport check-in and printed passes carry extra fees.
- Excess weight is €13/kg, so weigh bags at home and buy the next weight tier online if you are close to the limit.
- You can buy up to 6 checked bags on one booking — splitting weight across two 20kg bags can be cheaper than one 32kg bag plus excess.
Wizz Air baggage — FAQ
＋ − What is Wizz Air's free baggage allowance?
One small carry-on bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm that fits under the seat in front of you, free on every fare. A larger overhead cabin bag and all hold luggage cost extra.
＋ − How do I bring a larger cabin bag on Wizz Air?
You must buy WIZZ Priority, which adds a larger cabin bag (55 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 10kg) for the overhead locker plus priority boarding. The price varies by route and demand.
＋ − How much is a checked bag on Wizz Air?
Checked bags start from about €15 for 10kg and €25 for 20kg when booked online, rising for heavier tiers (up to ~€120). Buying online is much cheaper than at the airport, and an oversize bag at the gate costs roughly €30–€60.
＋ − How many checked bags can I take on Wizz Air?
Up to 6 pieces of checked baggage per passenger, in 10, 20, 26 or 32kg weight options. Each bag can weigh a maximum of 32kg, and every bag must be paid for as Wizz Air fares include no free hold luggage.
Sources & official policy links
Independent guide — not affiliated with Wizz Air. Figures here reflect Wizz Air's published Europe fares as of 2026-07-12.