The Wizz Air baggage allowance follows the Ryanair model: a small free bag, pay for anything bigger. If you have flown Ryanair, the Wizz Air baggage allowance system will feel familiar. Both airlines now allow the same personal bag size (40 x 30 x 20 cm), making weekend trips without paying for extra baggage realistic if you pack light.
Wizz Air flies from eight UK airports including Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham, and Edinburgh to Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. The prices are low but understanding the Wizz Air baggage allowance is essential to avoid fees.
Wizz Air Baggage Allowance Summary
| Ticket Type | Personal Bag | Cabin Trolley Bag | Checked Bag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic fare | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | Not included | Not included |
| Wizz Go | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | Not included | 20kg included |
| Wizz Plus | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | 55 x 40 x 23 cm (10kg) | 20kg included |
| + Wizz Priority | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | 55 x 40 x 23 cm (10kg) | Not included |
Wizz Air Baggage Allowance: Free Personal Bag
Every Wizz Air ticket includes one personal bag.
Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 20 cm (including handles and wheels)
Weight: 10kg maximum
This is the same size as Ryanair’s personal bag. Most small backpacks and laptop bags fit without issue.
The bag must fit under the seat in front of you. The 10kg weight limit is enforced — staff may weigh bags that look heavy. See Wizz Air’s official baggage page for current policies.
Recommended: Cabin Max Metz 30L Backpack
The Cabin Max Metz 30L at 45 x 36 x 20 cm fits Wizz Air’s Priority trolley bag allowance (55 x 40 x 23 cm) with room to spare. At just 0.5kg, it leaves you with 9.5kg for contents. Opens flat like a suitcase for easy packing, with a padded laptop compartment and organiser pockets. Ideal for Wizz Priority passengers who want a lightweight alternative to a rigid cabin case.
What Fits in the Free Bag
The 40 x 30 x 20 cm allowance is enough for:
- Laptop and charger
- Change of clothes
- Basic toiletries (within liquid limits)
- Phone, documents, small valuables
- A thin packable jacket
For a weekend city break, you can manage with just the free bag if you pack light. Anything longer, or if you need bulkier items, you will need Wizz Priority or a checked bag.
Wizz Priority
Wizz Priority costs £10-25 depending on the route and booking time. It includes:
Personal bag: 40 x 30 x 20 cm (under seat)
Cabin trolley bag: 55 x 40 x 23 cm, maximum 10kg (overhead locker)
Priority boarding: Board before non-priority passengers
This is the best value add-on for most travellers. The cabin trolley bag is a proper carry-on size, large enough for a week’s holiday clothes.
Is Wizz Priority Worth It?
Yes, if you:
- Travel for more than a weekend
- Want to avoid checked bag queues
- Prefer to keep belongings with you
- Fly frequently (priority boarding helps)
No, if you:
- Can fit everything in the personal bag
- Prefer to check a larger bag anyway
- Are travelling very light
Price comparison: Wizz Priority (£10-25) vs adding a 10kg checked bag (£20-35). Priority is usually cheaper and faster.
Wizz Go and Wizz Plus Bundles
Wizz Air offers fare bundles that include more baggage:
Wizz Go
- Personal bag (40 x 30 x 20 cm)
- 20kg checked bag included
- Seat selection included
- No cabin trolley bag
Good for passengers who want a checked bag without worrying about overhead bins.
Wizz Plus
- Personal bag (40 x 30 x 20 cm)
- Cabin trolley bag (55 x 40 x 23 cm, 10kg)
- 20kg checked bag included
- Seat selection included
- Priority boarding
- Flexible ticket changes
Wizz Plus is expensive but makes sense for travellers who need both cabin and hold bags plus flexibility.
Checked Bag Options
Wizz Air offers multiple checked bag weights:
| Option | Weight | Typical Price (at booking) | Price (at airport) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light checked bag | 10kg | £15-25 | £35-45 |
| Standard checked bag | 20kg | £25-40 | £50-70 |
| Heavy checked bag | 26kg | £35-50 | £60-80 |
| Extra heavy bag | 32kg | £45-65 | £75-100 |
The 20kg bag is the most popular choice. The 10kg option suits solo travellers on short trips.
Adding Bags After Booking
You can add or upgrade bags in Manage My Booking, but prices increase after booking. The cheapest prices are always during initial booking.
You can add checked bags up to 3 hours before departure online. After that, you pay airport prices.
Wizz Discount Club
Wizz Air’s membership programme costs around £30-40 per year (depending on current offers). Benefits include:
- Discounted fares (usually £5-10 off per flight)
- Cheaper baggage prices
- Priority access to sales
The membership covers the primary member plus one companion on the same booking. If you fly Wizz Air 3-4 times a year, it usually pays for itself.
With Wizz Discount Club, checked bag prices drop by roughly 20-30%.
Size Checks and Gate Fees
Wizz Air checks bags at the gate using bag sizers. If your bag does not fit:
| Issue | Fee |
|---|---|
| Personal bag too large (Basic fare) | €65 to check at gate |
| Cabin trolley over 10kg (Priority) | €13 per kg overweight |
| Cabin trolley too large | €65 to check at gate |
These fees are charged at the gate with no warning. Staff are strict — I have seen bags measured that looked perfectly fine.
How to Avoid Gate Fees
- Measure your bag at home before packing. Include handles and wheels.
- Use a soft bag that compresses. Rigid cases that are borderline will fail.
- Weigh your Wizz Priority bag. The 10kg limit is enforced.
- Do not overstuff. A bag that fits empty might not fit when full.
Excess Baggage Fees
| Issue | Fee |
|---|---|
| Checked bag overweight | €13 per kg (at check-in) |
| Checked bag too heavy at gate | Cannot board; must repack |
| Additional checked bag at gate | €55-75 |
Maximum checked bag dimensions: 149 x 119 x 171 cm
Maximum weight for any single bag is 32kg. Bags heavier than this must be repacked. Note: You can only purchase one 10kg checked bag per passenger.
Special Items and Sports Equipment
Wizz Air charges for large items:
| Item | Price (online booking) |
|---|---|
| Musical instrument (small, as personal bag) | Free if within size |
| Musical instrument (checked) | £35-50 |
| Golf equipment | £35-50 |
| Ski equipment | £40-55 |
| Bicycle | £45-65 |
| Sporting firearm | £50-70 |
Book special items online before your flight. Turning up at the airport with unbooked sports equipment will cost more and may be refused if the hold is full.
Where Wizz Air Flies From (UK)
Wizz Air UK operates from eight UK airports:
- London Gatwick — Major hub, Western Europe focus
- London Luton — Headquarters, Eastern Europe focus
- Birmingham
- Bristol
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Leeds Bradford
- Aberdeen
Destinations include Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Israel, UAE, and beyond. Wizz Air is particularly strong for Eastern European routes where Ryanair and easyJet have less coverage.
Wizz Air vs Other Airlines
| Airline | Free Bag | Size | Paid Cabin Bag | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wizz Air | Personal bag (10kg) | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | With Priority | 55 x 40 x 23 cm (10kg) |
| Ryanair | Personal bag | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | With Priority | 55 x 40 x 20 cm (10kg) |
| easyJet | Cabin bag (15kg) | 45 x 36 x 20 cm | With seat upgrade | 56 x 45 x 25 cm (15kg) |
| Jet2 | Hand luggage (10kg) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Included | N/A |
| TUI | Hand luggage (10kg) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Included | N/A |
Wizz Air and Ryanair now have identical personal bag sizes. Both are stricter than easyJet or Jet2. The key difference: Wizz Air enforces a 10kg weight limit on the personal bag, while Ryanair does not weigh it.
Tips for Flying Wizz Air
1. Wizz Priority is better value than a 10kg checked bag for most trips. Same weight, lower price, no check-in queue.
2. Join Wizz Discount Club if you fly 3+ times per year. The baggage discounts alone cover the membership cost.
3. Book bags during initial booking. Prices only go up afterwards.
4. Pack a luggage scale. Both the personal bag and Priority trolley bag have 10kg limits that are enforced.
5. Choose Gatwick for more route options. Luton has fewer flights but sometimes cheaper fares.
6. Measure your personal bag carefully. The 40 x 30 x 20 cm limit is the same as Ryanair — a small backpack or laptop bag.
7. Check in online. Wizz Air charges for airport check-in if you have not checked in online (currently around £30).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a handbag and a personal bag?
No. You get one personal bag on Basic fares. A handbag is your personal bag.
Is there a weight limit on the personal bag?
Yes, the personal bag has a 10kg weight limit. Staff may weigh bags that look heavy.
What is the difference between Wizz Priority and Wizz Go?
Wizz Priority gives you a cabin trolley bag. Wizz Go gives you a 20kg checked bag but no cabin trolley.
Can I buy Wizz Priority at the gate?
Sometimes, if not sold out. The price will be higher than online.
Does Wizz Air weigh the personal bag?
Yes, sometimes. The personal bag has a 10kg limit. Staff may weigh bags that look heavy, though size checks are more common.
Is Luton or Gatwick better for Wizz Air?
Gatwick has more routes. Luton is sometimes cheaper but has fewer options.
Related
- Ryanair Cabin Bag Size and Baggage Allowance 2026
- easyJet Baggage Allowance
- Jet2 Baggage Allowance 2026
- British Airways Baggage Allowance
- Luggage Scales
- Cabin Bag Backpacks
