The options you have to add baggage to Wizz Air will depend on the number of bags you have already added. If you've already added 3 bags, further bags can't be added online. If you have queries or need assistance with adding a bag, you can request Amelia, the virtual chat assistant of Wizz Air. You may add another 3 checked bags only when you arrive at airport. The below restrictions will apply when you want to add Wizz Air baggage online.
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Carry-on of and weighing 10kg is allowed only for passengers with Wizz Priority - Wizz Priority is a chargeable service you can buy anytime.
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Check-in bags of same weight in the reservation may be added - If you already have a check-in bag of 20kg, you can add 20kg bags to your flight.
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Check-in bags of different weight may be added on return flight - No restriction applies to bags to be included on return flight.
You’ll have to drop off the checked bags at drop off counters before they close. The timing may differ. You may contact HolidayGlobes on +1-888-595-2181 for details or assistance. In this blog we will tell you the important things to keep in mind when you add a checked bag.
How Do I Add a Checked Baggage to my Wizz Air Flight?
Checked bags may be added through call center, during booking process or through Wizz Air account. Up to 3 bags may be added online. To add further bags, you must approach a check-in agent at airport. Here are few things you may remember to add Wizz Air checked baggage online.
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Wizz Air account lets you use points you collected on a co-branded credit card to pay for the checked bags.
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1 bag of 20kg or 32kg is included for passengers who booked with Wizz Go or Wizz Plus fare types.
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Wizz Air lets you buy 10kg, 20kg, 26kg and 32kg online or through call center.
Only standard bags measuring within 149cm x 119cm x 171cm may be added online or through call center. For overweight or oversized bags you’ll have to approach a check-in agent at airport. You may reach out to Wizz Air or HolidayGlobes on +1-888-595-2181 for assistance or details.
How much does an Extra Baggage Cost on Wizz Air?
Compare the charges you will pay at airport, online or call center. Because the price to add Wizz Air checked baggage will vary depending on purchase point. Besides this, high season rates and low season rates also will affect your out-of-pocket expenses on buying baggage. There is a difference of up to euros 15 between low season and high season rates. Our table below will give you a break-up of the charges.
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Weight tier |
Online & Call Center rates |
Airport rates |
Difference between high season and low season rates |
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10kg bag in low season |
Between euros 14 & euros 116 |
Not available |
Up to euros 14 |
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20kg bag in low season |
Between euros 20 & euros 131 |
Up to euro 80 |
Up to euros 13 |
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26kg bag in low season |
Up to euros 138 |
Not available |
Up to euros 13 |
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32kg bag in low season |
Up to euros 145 |
Not available |
Up to euros 13 |
How can I prepay for Baggage on Wizz Air International?
You can prepay Wizz Air add baggage price through website or call center. The charges you will pay will be lowest when you prepay. You may save up between euro 15 and euro 30 by prepaying for baggage. Login to your Wizz Air account to prepay for your bags. Here, you may use the points you collected on co-branded credit cards to pay for baggage. This will require conversion of points. Topping up of co-branded credit cards is allowed. Partial payment of baggage charges is also allowed. Let’s take a look at the rules on prepaying baggage.
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Bags of 10kg, 20kg, 26kg and 32kg may be purchased - High season will require you to pay up to euro 15 more.
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If you have already added a checked bag on a flight, you may add only a bag of similar weight - You can’t change the weight tier.
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You may choose a bag of different weight tier for return trip - The restriction doesn't apply for return trip.
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Prepaying for oversized or overweight bags is not available online - If your bags measure or weigh beyond the permissible limit, you will be charged at airport.
Peak pricing for baggage purchase may apply during Easter, Summer and Christmas. The dates of high season change every year. For details or assistance you may contact Wizz Air or HolidayGlobes on +1-888-595-2181.
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