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Ryanair vs Wizz Air: baggage fees compared
In short: Wizz Air's checked bag starts cheaper than Ryanair's when added online. Prices vary by route and date: these are the ranges each airline publishes.
| Ryanair | Wizz Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Checked online | €21.49 to €59.99 / £21.49 to £59.99 | €0 to €112.50 / £0 to £100.28 |
| Checked at the airport | €59.99 / £59.99 | €70 to €80 / £62.40 to £71.32 |
| Cabin bag | €12.49 to €36 / £12.49 to £36 | €13 to €57.50 / £11.58 to £51.25 |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 40 × 20 cm, 10kg | 55 × 40 × 23 cm, 10kg |
| Free personal item | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | 40 × 30 × 20 cm, 10kg |
| Seat | €3 to €27.50 / £3 to £27.50 | €4 to €60 / £3.56 to £53.48 |
From each airline's own price pages: Ryanair checked 2026-10-19, Wizz Air checked 2026-10-19.
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