Wizz Air luggage allowance: Your complete guide

Here’s everything you need to know about Wizz Air’s baggage policy.

Before you take off with Wizz Air, it’s important to understand their luggage allowance rules so you can enjoy a smooth check-in and seamless boarding when you reach the airport. Here, we share details of Wizz Air’s luggage allowance, including hold bags and carry-on items. Plus tips to avoid any charges.

Wizz Air cabin baggage allowance

Understanding Wizz Air's carry-on rules

When you fly with Wizz Air, you’re allowed one free small cabin bag per passenger. It has maximum dimensions of 40 x 30 x 20cm and can’t weigh more than 10kg.

In this guide, we’ll run through how to maximise your free allowance. We’ll also cover the size and weight restrictions for hold luggage, as well as how to navigate Wizz Priority for extra cabin baggage. We’ll cover permitted and prohibited items too.

a brown carry-on bag on the floor with feet and legs stood next to it

Free cabin bag allowance on Wizz Air

Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 20cm Maximum carry-on: 10kg Liquids: 100ml

Wizz Priority & larger cabin bags

Upgrade your cabin baggage

With Wizz Priority, you can book a larger cabin bag alongside your free bag. As well as your standard carry-on bag, you can also bring a trolley bag with maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23cm and a maximum weight of 10kg.

This is ideal if you need more space in your luggage for carry-on items and don’t want to pay to check a bag. It often works out cheaper than checking a bag, especially for shorter trips. If you think you’ll need the extra trolley bag, it makes sense to purchase Wizz Priority when you make your original booking, as it can sell out quickly.

Luggage Type	Dimensions
Personal item	40 x 30 x 20 cm
Carry-on bag	55 x 40 x 23cm

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- Roll your clothes to save space in your hand luggage.

- Use pockets for any small items to save room in your bag.

- Always weigh your bag before you travel to make sure it’s OK.

Wizz Air checked baggage allowance

Checking your bags with Wizz Air

blue yellow and orange suitcases stood up next to each other

If you need more luggage than what’s allowed in the cabin, you can book hold luggage with Wizz Air. Size wise, it can’t be larger than 149 x 119 x 171cm. You have different weight options available, and can choose from 10kg, 20kg, 26kg and 32kg. If you need hold luggage, remember it’s cheaper to pay when you book rather than leave it until you get to the airport.

Not only do fees depend on the weight of your bag, but also when you’re travelling. Baggage fees with Wizz Air are more expensive during peak times, like the summer school holidays or over Christmas.

Wizz Air baggage FAQs

What if my cabin bag is too big?

You can take one free hand luggage bag when you fly with Wizz Air. This must be no larger than 40 x 30 x 20cm and must weigh no more than 10kg. If your bag exceeds these dimensions and doesn’t fit in the sizer at the airport, you’ll be charged an oversize fee. This will be significantly more than pre-booking a larger bag or paying for Wizz Priority.

What if Wizz Priority is sold out?

If Wizz Priority has sold out when you make your booking, but you’d like an increased luggage allowance, you can buy a bundle fare or add an extra hold bag. You’ll be able to bring your free 40 x 30 x 20cm 10kg bag on board with you, but if you try to travel with a larger carry-on bag without Wizz Priority you’ll be charged an oversize fee.

How do I carry medication?

You should carry essential medication in your cabin bag. Liquid medications should be no bigger than 100ml and should be carried in a resealable, clear bag no larger than 1l or 20 x 20cm. You should carry any prescriptions you have for medications, such as insulin, as these may need to be checked by airport security.

What can I bring in my free cabin bag?

You can pack most things you’ll need for your flight in your Wizz Air hand luggage, including liquids under 100ml (unless bought in the airport after you’ve been through security), solid and wrapped food items, reading materials, your mobile phone and other electronic devices, and much more. Restrictions include anything that could cause injury, such as firearms, tools, blunt instruments and explosives.

Is duty-free included in my allowance?

Yes, duty-free is allowed in addition to your cabin bags. Just remember to check the duty-free restrictions at your destination airport, and keep purchases within the sealed bag.

How strictly does Wizz Air enforce its luggage rules?

Wizz Air is known to be strict when enforcing its luggage rules, particularly regarding size and weight limits. It’s important to check your hand luggage is within the defined allowance before you travel to the airport.

Now you know all about Wizz Air’s luggage allowance, free hand baggage measurements, and how to make the most of your cabin bags, search for your next Wizz Air flight and start planning your holiday.

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