Wizz Air 2026 Baggage Allowance: Avoid Sky-High Fees with This Guide
Wizz Air can be absolute bargain behaviour… right up until your “tiny little backpack” gets judged by the gate sizer like it’s on trial at The Hague. 😅 Baggage is where a cheap flight can turn into a surprise bill, especially if you assume you’re getting the classic “handbag plus backpack” combo for free. Spoiler: you’re usually not.
This guide breaks down what you can bring for free, what triggers extra charges, and how WIZZ Priority and bundles (Go and Plus) actually work in real life. I’ll also walk you through a simple packing plan that keeps your costs predictable, plus what to do if your bag ends up overweight, oversized, delayed, or generally living its own chaotic little storyline.
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Wizz Air Baggage Allowance: Quick Facts at a Glance
- ✅ Free onboard bag: 40 x 30 x 20 cm, up to 10 kg, and it must go under the seat
- ✅ The big trap: you usually get one free bag, not “a handbag plus a backpack”
- ✅ WIZZ Priority unlocks an extra trolley bag for the overhead locker
- ✅ Priority trolley bag limit: 55 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 10 kg
- ✅ Checked bags come in weight tiers: 10 kg / 20 kg / 26 kg / 32 kg
- ✅ Checked bag max size rule exists (it’s generous, but it’s still a rule)
- ✅ Overweight is charged per kg at the airport, and it adds up fast
- ✅ Biggest fee triggers: wrong size, buying late, turning up overweight, assuming bundles include “everything”
- ✅ Quick win: measure, weigh, and add bags online early
- ✅ This guide is for anyone flying Wizz who wants zero surprises at the gate
🤚 Good to know: If your bag might fail the sizer, treat it like it will fail the sizer. Budget airlines don’t reward optimism.
Quick Wizz Air Baggage Allowance Q&As
What is Wizz Air baggage allowance?
It’s the set of rules for what you can bring onboard for free, what needs an add-on, and what fees apply if your bag is too big or too heavy.
What size bag is free on Wizz Air?
One under-seat bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (and up to 10 kg).
Can I bring a handbag and a backpack on Wizz Air for free?
Only if it still counts as one item. Two separate pieces can be treated as two bags.
What does WIZZ Priority include for baggage?
It lets you bring an extra overhead trolley bag (plus your under-seat bag).
How much is a checked bag on Wizz Air?
It varies by route, season, and where you buy it, but online is usually much cheaper than the airport.
What happens if my checked bag is overweight?
You pay an extra per kg fee at the airport, as long as you’re still within the allowed weight bands.
What’s the cheapest way to add baggage on Wizz Air?
Add it during booking or in your account/app well before travel day.
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: Screenshot your baggage purchase and keep it handy on your phone. Not because Wizz is out to get you, but because travel days are allergic to calm admin.
Wizz baggage allowance: the quick answer (free vs paid, in plain English)
Here’s the headline: Wizz gives you one free onboard bag, and it’s the under-seat one. If your bag needs the overhead locker, you’re usually paying for that via WIZZ Priority or a bundle that includes a trolley bag. This is the core “cheap flight” trap, because loads of people pack like they’ve got a free cabin case, then get a gate surprise.
Think of Wizz baggage like a menu. The base ticket is the starter, then you add what you need: overhead trolley, checked bag weight tier, and maybe a bundle if it lines up with your trip. The best money saver is picking the right option early, because airport prices are basically the “panic purchase” tax.
- Free: one under-seat bag (size matters, not vibes)
- Paid add-ons: WIZZ Priority (overhead trolley), checked bags (weight tier), bundles (Go or Plus)
- Most common fee traps: two separate small bags, overweight checked bag, buying baggage late
🤚 Must-do: Decide first: “Under-seat only?” or “I need overhead space?” Everything gets easier once you answer that honestly.
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The free bag rule: the size limit that matters (and why people get stung)
Your free bag is the one that goes under the seat, and the limit is 40 x 30 x 20 cm with a max of 10 kg. The under-seat part is important because it’s not just about measurements, it’s about shape. A soft backpack that squishes is usually safer than a rigid bag that technically fits but refuses to compress.
Also, size is counted including the bulky bits. Handles, corners, overstuffed front pockets, that “I’ll just clip my hoodie to the outside” moment… all of it can push you over. On busy flights, enforcement tends to feel stricter because overhead locker space is limited and staff want boarding to move.
- Best free-bag picks: squishy backpacks, compact under-seat totes, small duffels
- Risky picks: hard mini suitcases, overpacked bags with stiff frames
- Quick home test: pack it, then slide it under a chair or desk with similar height clearance
💡 Fact: If it doesn’t fit under the seat without forcing it, it’s not a “close enough” situation. That’s exactly how you end up paying at the gate.
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Can you bring a handbag and a backpack? (the ‘two small bags’ myth)
This is the myth that refuses to die: “It’s fine, they won’t mind two small bags.” Sometimes you’ll get away with it. Sometimes you’ll get clocked instantly. The problem is that Wizz’s free allowance is generally one item, and two separate pieces can be treated as two bags.
A “safe” setup is one single under-seat bag that contains everything. A “risky” setup is a backpack plus a handbag, especially if both are clearly separate and both look packed. If staff can glance at you and think “that’s two items,” you’re playing fee roulette.
Quick reality test: Would this look like two items to staff from five metres away? If yes, combine them.
- Safer: one backpack, or one tote
- Risky: backpack + crossbody + duty-free + neck pillow clipped on like a chandelier
- If you need a handbag: put it inside your backpack until you’re onboard
👉 Good to know: If you’re travelling as a pair, don’t rely on “we’ll share a bag.” Boarding lines separate people. Your bag has to pass on its own.
WIZZ Priority: what you actually get (and who it’s worth it for)
WIZZ Priority is mainly a baggage play: it lets you bring an extra trolley bag for the overhead locker (plus your under-seat bag). It can also make boarding feel less chaotic, but let’s be real, most people buy it for overhead space and peace of mind.
It’s worth it if you’re doing a weekend break with a proper cabin case, you’re carrying anything fragile, or you hate the stress of “will there be overhead room left?” It’s not always worth it if you’re already checking a bag and you can keep essentials in your under-seat bag.
Here’s a simple decision guide:
| You need… | Best option | Why | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overhead cabin case | WIZZ Priority | You get the trolley bag allowance | Buying it at the last minute |
| Lots of clothes/shoes | Checked bag | Space without cabin stress | Overpacking then paying overweight |
| Short trip, light pack | Free under-seat only | Cheapest and simplest | Bringing two small bags separately |
| Family with bulky stuff | Checked bag + smart under-seat bag | Keeps hands free and easier boarding | Assuming “kids stuff” is always free |
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Trolley bag rules: sizes, weight, overhead space, and gate-check risk
If you’ve got WIZZ Priority (or a bundle that includes a trolley bag), the trolley limit is 55 x 40 x 23 cm and up to 10 kg. It goes in the overhead locker, and you still keep your under-seat bag too.
The risk with trolley bags is not usually the rules, it’s space. On full flights, overhead lockers can fill fast, and staff may gate-check bags to keep boarding moving. If that happens, you want your essentials easy to grab.
Pack your trolley bag like it might get separated from you for a bit:
- Keep meds, chargers, passports, valuables in your under-seat bag
- Put liquids and anything you’ll need in-flight somewhere reachable
- Avoid packing fragile souvenirs with zero protection
- Use a soft bag or a slightly smaller hard case if you’re close to the limit
🤚 Must-do: Never put anything you can’t lose for 24 hours (meds, documents, tech) in a bag that might be gate-checked.
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Wizz bundles (Go and Plus): what’s included and what’s still extra
Bundles can be good value, but only if you actually use what’s included. Wizz sells bundles like WIZZ Go and WIZZ Plus, and the inclusions can feel a bit “scroll to find out.” The good news: the booking screen will show exactly what your fare includes for your route.
In plain English:
- WIZZ Go typically adds a 20 kg checked bag and seat selection (with some seat types excluded)
- WIZZ Plus typically adds a 32 kg checked bag and more generous seat selection options
- Both can include extra baggage perks like a trolley bag, depending on the offer shown during booking
The key is checking your exact booking summary, because what’s included can vary by route, promo, and product tweaks.
- Look for the “What’s included” panel before paying
- Screenshot it, especially if you’re booking fast
- Double-check if the trolley bag is included, or if you still need to add Priority
💡 Fact: Bundles are great when they match your trip. They’re expensive when you buy them “just in case” and then travel light anyway.
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Checked baggage: weight options, size rules, and how many bags you can add
Checked bags on Wizz come in weight tiers: 10 kg, 20 kg, 26 kg, or 32 kg. There’s also a maximum size rule, and it’s generous enough that normal suitcases are fine. The bigger issue is usually weight, not dimensions.
Adding bags has a few rules that matter:
- You can buy up to three checked bags online during booking
- You can add more at the airport (up to a total allowance limit), but it’s pricier
- If your booking already includes a checked bag, you may only be able to add the same weight type to that booking (example: you bought 20 kg, you add more 20 kg)
This catches people out when they try to add “one smaller extra bag” later.
- For return trips, you can sometimes choose different bag types per direction
- Online and app upgrades are usually cheaper than airport purchases
- Group bookings can make baggage choices feel locked together, so check carefully
🤚 Good to know: Oversize drop-off is often a different counter. Arrive earlier than you think, especially at CDG.
Checked bag fees: why the price changes (and how to pay the least)
Wizz baggage pricing changes based on route, season, and where you buy it. The pattern is consistent though: online early is cheapest, and airport purchases are the most expensive. It’s not personal, it’s just how budget airlines make their money.
You’ll see different prices in low season vs peak summer, and sometimes even different prices depending on payment channel. The smartest approach is treating baggage like a flight add-on you lock in early, not something you “sort later.”
Here’s a practical “fees at a glance” view using typical published ranges.
| Scenario | Typical fee | Who can avoid it |
|---|---|---|
| Add 10 kg checked bag online | About €8.50 to €65 (about £7 to £56, $10 to $75) | Anyone who adds early online |
| Add 20 kg checked bag online | About €13 to €86.50 (about £11 to £75, $15 to $100) | Travellers who pre-buy before airport day |
| Add 32 kg checked bag online | About €25.50 to €104 (about £22 to £90, $30 to $121) | People who need heavy luggage and plan ahead |
| Buy baggage at the airport | Often much higher than online | People who pre-buy online |
| Overweight charge | €13 per extra kg (about £11, $15) | Anyone who weighs at home |
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: If you’re on the fence, price it both ways: Priority vs a small checked bag. One of them usually wins, and it’s not always the one you assume.
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Overweight fees: the fastest way to ruin a budget fare
Overweight fees are the silent wallet assassin. Wizz charges €13 per extra kg at the airport if your checked bag goes over the weight you bought, as long as you’re still within the allowed weight bands. That sounds manageable until you’re 4 kg over and suddenly you’ve paid more than your flight.
The fix is boring but effective: weigh your bag at home. A cheap luggage scale pays for itself the first time it saves you from a fee. If you don’t have one, use a bathroom scale: weigh yourself, then weigh yourself holding the bag, subtract.
Quick last-minute saves if you’re overweight at the airport:
- Move heavy items into your under-seat bag (chargers, shoes, toiletries)
- Wear the chunky layer and the heaviest shoes
- Put dense items in a companion’s bag if you’re travelling together
- If you have time, repack into a soft tote you can carry onboard
🤚 Must-do: Aim to arrive with at least 1 kg spare. Bags gain weight in sneaky ways (souvenirs, snacks, “just in case” items).
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Oversize and awkward items: when your bag becomes ‘special baggage’
Most people never hit the maximum size limit for checked luggage with a normal suitcase, but sports gear and awkward items are a different story. Skis, snowboards, bikes, musical instruments, big prams, and chunky camping kit can fall into special baggage rules, and those often need booking ahead.
If you’re travelling with something odd-shaped, do these steps before you even think about the airport:
- Check Wizz’s special baggage category for your item type
- Add it during booking if possible (it’s usually smoother)
- Pack it so it can survive rough handling (hard case or serious padding)
- Label it clearly inside and out with your contact details
- Keep essentials for day one in your under-seat bag, just in case it arrives late
If you’re combining special baggage with a short city break, it’s often cheaper and calmer to book accommodation close to transport. If you’re landing late, I’d also price an airport transfer so you’re not wrestling a ski bag onto night buses.
Flying with kids: what’s free, what’s allowed, what saves your sanity
Flying with kids on a budget airline is half logistics, half emotional theatre. For baggage, the big things to think about are baby equipment and keeping essentials accessible. Wizz usually allows certain baby items like a pushchair or car seat to be checked in, but the exact rules can vary by route and age category, so check your booking details.
What’s saved my sanity on short-haul flights is packing a “grab bag” that lives in the under-seat bag:
- Snacks that don’t crumble into dust instantly
- A change of clothes (for them and, ideally, one emergency top for you)
- Wet wipes and hand gel
- Something small and new as a distraction
- Chargers and headphones
If you’re arriving late with kids and luggage, simplify the first night. An airport hotel via Booking.com can be a lifesaver.
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: Pack the kids’ essentials like you’re planning for a 2-hour delay on the tarmac. If it doesn’t happen, you still win.
Airport reality: sizers, handling agents, and why “it fit last time” doesn’t help
Airports are not consistent places. Your bag might glide through one week, then get sized the next, especially on busy routes and full flights. That’s why “it fit last time” is not a strategy. The sizer is the referee, and the referee does not care about your past achievements.
Best way to stay calm is to assume checks can happen and pack accordingly. Do a quick pre-airport routine:
- Compress your under-seat bag, zip all pockets
- Put your second “small item” inside your main bag before entering the queue
- Keep boarding pass and documents easy to reach, so you don’t end up juggling bags
- Don’t clip extra items to the outside of your bag
- If your trolley looks borderline, remove the bulkiest jacket and wear it
If you do get stopped, stay calm, repack fast, and avoid turning it into a debate. Time is the real enemy in a boarding queue.
Avoiding fees: the real-world packing plan (step-by-step)
If you want the no-drama version of flying Wizz, here’s the step-by-step packing plan that actually works.
- Choose the right bag first
Pick an under-seat bag that matches 40 x 30 x 20 cm and is soft-sided. - Weigh before you leave home
Aim for at least 1 kg spare in your checked bag weight tier. - Pack heavy items smartly
Shoes, chargers, and toiletries are dense. Put them where your allowance is strongest, and keep your under-seat bag for essentials. - Keep essentials under-seat
Documents, meds, valuables, a spare layer, and anything you’d cry about losing. - Night-before checklist
- Bag measured (including the stuffed pockets)
- Bag weighed
- Baggage purchased and screenshot saved
- Liquids packed correctly
- Essentials in under-seat bag
- Anything “extra” tucked inside one bag before you hit the airport
| Bag type | Best for | Common mistake | Easy fix |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under-seat bag | Short trips, light packers | Overstuffing front pockets | Pack softer items there |
| Trolley bag | Weekend breaks with outfits | Forgetting it needs Priority/bundle | Add Priority early |
| 10 kg checked | Light travellers, souvenirs | Buying late at the airport | Add online during booking |
| 20 kg to 32 kg checked | Families, long trips | Turning up overweight | Use a luggage scale |
🤚 Must-do: Build your trip around your baggage choice, not the other way round. That’s how you avoid “airport floor repack” theatre.
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If baggage goes wrong: delayed, damaged, missing (what to do fast)
If your checked bag goes missing or arrives damaged, speed matters. Your first job is creating a paper trail while you’re still at the airport.
At the airport (do this immediately):
- Go to the baggage desk and report it
- Get a reference number and keep it somewhere safe
- Take photos of damage before you leave the area
- Keep receipts for essentials you need to buy due to the delay
After you leave the airport:
- Follow the airline’s tracking and claim process
- Keep all documentation in one folder (screenshots help)
- If you have coverage, check your travel insurance for baggage delay and loss benefits
- If you’re stuck without data, an eSIM can make dealing with tracking and updates much easier
This part isn’t fun, but being organised here can save you days of back-and-forth.
FAQs about Wizz Air Baggage Allowance
What size bag is free on Wizz Air?
The free onboard bag is the under-seat one, with a maximum size of 40 x 30 x 20 cm and up to 10 kg. It needs to fit under the seat in front of you without forcing it. If it’s bigger, you’ll need an add-on like WIZZ Priority or a bundle that includes a trolley bag.
Can I take a handbag and a backpack on Wizz Air?
Two separate items can be treated as two bags, which is where fees happen. The safest move is combining them into one under-seat bag before boarding. If you really want both, you’ll usually need the right add-on so you’re not gambling at the gate.
What does WIZZ Priority include for baggage?
WIZZ Priority typically lets you bring an extra trolley bag for the overhead locker, in addition to your free under-seat bag. It’s popular for short trips where you want a cabin case but don’t want to check luggage. Always confirm what’s included on your booking screen, as product details can shift.
How much is a checked bag on Wizz Air?
Fees vary by route, season, and where you buy them, but online usually costs less than the airport. Typical ranges for a 10 kg checked bag can start low and climb significantly during peak periods. If you want the cheapest price, add your checked bag during booking or via your account/app well ahead of travel day.
What happens if my checked bag is overweight?
You’ll pay an extra fee per kg at the airport if your bag exceeds the weight you purchased, as long as it’s still within the allowed weight bands. This is one of the fastest ways to turn a cheap fare into an expensive one. Weigh at home, leave a buffer, and shift heavy items into your under-seat bag if needed.
Final Thoughts
Wizz baggage is simple once you accept one truth: the sizer is the final boss. Measure your bag, weigh it at home, buy baggage online early, and don’t assume you’ll “get away with it” just because you did once.
If you want, tell me your route, your fare type (Basic, Go, Plus, or Priority), and what bags you’re trying to bring, and I’ll tell you the lowest-stress, lowest-cost setup. And if you’re in full “travel planning mode”, there are more flight and packing guides waiting for you on TheTravelTinker.com. 👇🗣️
Adventure on,
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